Bournemouth University's Festival of Design & Engineering 2020 by Bournemouth University

2020

Welcome to the

Once again, we focus on the creativity and inventiveness of our final year Design & Engineering students.

ormally, the Festival of Design & Engineering is one of the busiest highlights of the academic year. Students running everywhere putting the finishing touches to their stands. Academics excited to see how their protégés will pull it together. A buzz of interest on campus as some of the biggest names in design and engineering look out for the brightest talent of tomorrow. This year will not be like that. For reasons we all know only too well, there’ll be no noise, no bustle, no excited toasts in the student bar once the stress is over. However, in a world where lots has changed, one thing has remained constant.

The incredible commitment and ability of our students. The students whose work is contained in this booklet deserved their projects to be exhibited, for you to see them in the flesh, to congratulate them in person for their creativity and ingenuity. That it can’t happen is unfortunate, but every student whose work is contained here still deserves the utmost respect — from us, their academic team, from their friends and families, from their peers, and most importantly, from the many design and engineering professionals for whom reading this booklet is the closest they can get to seeing these inventions in person. In difficult times, and against a backdrop of uncertainty, these students have produced incredible work. We hope you will join us in giving them that respect. It has never been harder earned. 1

Contents Page 6 BSc (Hons) Design Engineering Page 38 BA (Hons) Industrial Design Page 58 BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Page 84 BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design Page 158 Research and Development Page 160 Design and Engineering facilities Page 164 Placements and Graduate Employment Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s study Alumni Mentoring

BSc (Hons)

Design Engineering

Where are they now? Helen Bermingham (class of 2017) completed her placement with GE Aviation as an Operations Intern on the overhaul and repair of RB211 and GP7000 engines which are used to fly respectively Boeing 747 and A380. After completing her degree she went on to work for Dyson as a Design Engineer, working on professional products and lighting products for businesses and consumers. Helenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s project, Bright Buoy, was a selfcontained, wave powered navigational aid which works alongside current solar power competitors.

Duration 3 years or 4 years with a 30-week placement Start date September UCAS Code H100 Entry requirements 104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels, or equivalent BTEC Extended Diploma DMM Accreditation Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) and Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) as meeting the academic requirement, in full, for Incorporated Engineer registration

With access to cutting-edge features including 3D scanners and printers, modern manufacturing & technical workshops and cutting-edge prototyping facilities, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll develop an expert technical knowledge, while being encouraged to think creatively about design problems. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll discover how to use the latest solid modelling, rendering and product simulation tools to create and evaluate your own designs, as well as gaining an in-depth understanding of the engineering principles underlying the product development process. Designed to develop your abilities in this exciting area, the course content integrates technology, arts, market awareness and the skills needed to use advanced product development tools.

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Feel The Rhythm, Feel The Vibe

I am an enthusiastic final year BSc (Hons) Design Engineering student looking to work and improve within the industry. I am passionate about ‘levelling the playing field’ in order to enhance people’s livelihoods so that they will not be left behind or segmented. ‘Feel The Vibe’ is a wearable device that is designed to collect musical sound and convert it into a vibration for another experience of music. The problem that I am exploring for my final year project is that musicloving individuals who have hearing impairments are faced with the task of finding a way to experience music in as similar a manner to the someone who is not hearing impaired.

The aim of my project is identifying a method for people who are hearingimpaired to experience music at around the same pace and capacity to anyone else. To achieve this, I have designed a wearable device that will collect sound waves from the surrounding area, particularly from speakers or musical sources, and convert them into vibrations in order to assist and enable these individuals to essentially, ‘feel the vibe’.

Colin Abakah-Phillips s5062323@bournemouth.ac.uk colin_abakah@hotmail.co.uk 07931 872310 8

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Electro Magnetic Braking System (EMBS)

I am in my final year of BSc (Hons) Design Engineering. I have always had a deep interest in cars and as I grew older, how they worked. I am a positiveminded individual who always has energy for mental and physical challenges. The electromagnetic braking system (EMBS) is a system which is designed for use on HGVs as they have the furthest braking distances on the road and the system works more efficiently when used with heavier loads. This idea is to reduce the braking distance for these vehicles, making the drivers of these and other road users safer whilst travelling.

The braking system works by inducing a current to an electromagnet within the casing when the brake pedal is pressed and creates an eddy current on the spinning brake disc, slowing down the wheel. Another aim is to increase the life of brake discs as there is no friction.

Kyran Arthur S5100346@bournemouth.ac.uk 07498 919386 9

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Io-Drill

When I finished my apprenticeship in manufacturing engineering, I knew that I wanted to continue to learn and step up to the next level. Bournemouth University’s BSc (Hons) Design Engineering course provided me with the opportunity to learn the breadth of knowledge about subjects that I desired. For my final year at university I wanted to pick a project that would encompass the range of skills I had learned over my three years at BU. After completing my 14-month internship at BOSCH GROUP I saw the trend on the move towards the integration of the IOT (Internet of things) in all their products. I decided to design a smart power tool as by incorporating even basic software it gives the user complete control over the tool and opens up new possibilities of what a power tool can be capable of.

Elliot Bernath elliotgbernath@gmail.com +44 (0)7342 896011 10

The smart power tool’s main features are all based around giving the user safe, controlled power that doesn’t intimidate them. With intelligent software limiting the speed and torque of the tool up until the moment bolt/screw is tightened, users can feel in control that even with the most basic DIY skills or limited physical ability that the job they do will be the best then can do.

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Wind Regen Pro

The Wind Regen Pro is a device that has been designed to prolong the range of an electric vehicle battery. The device uses renewable energy from the oncoming wind to spin a turbine and produce power for the battery. One of the biggest challenges facing the automotive industry and indeed the engineering industry as a whole is how we can make the shift from nonrenewable energy sources to renewable energy sources. Whilst there are many options in terms of electric vehicles, there are still many question marks surrounding certain aspects resulting in a hesitation to purchase from many

road users. The aim of this project was to design a device that could increase the range of an electric vehicle with the hope of encouraging more road users to switch to electric, consequently reducing transport emissions. The device features a Savonius type turbine due to the direction of the wind and has been designed to be mounted onto the lower front vents of a vehicle.

Aaron Bond aaronbond98@hotmail.com 07415 614114 11

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Flowmeter Test and Calibration Rig

This product is designed to assist with the calibration/proving of existing flowmeters that are used in the oil industry. The product is mobile and therefore can be used at different sites, wherever accurate flow metering is required. In the oil industry flowmeters are often used at custody transfers. Making transactions based on the value displayed by a flowmeter. A flowmeter inaccuracy, results in an uneven transaction, meaning the buyer is either over- or underpaying for the amount transferred. Therefore it is ideal to have the flowmeter as accurate as possible. This product will help determine the deviation of the unit under test, allowing for recalibration or replacement of the flowmeters. Furthermore it can help to prevent loss by early detection of

theft or leakage. The amount of oil lost can be reliably indicated by accurately calibrated flowmeters on either end of a pipeline. My product represents an attractive return on investment. An average of 0.1% accuracy improvement represents a payback period of only several months, depending on the oil price.

Casper Borggreve s4913491@bournemouth.ac.uk casper.borggreve@gmail.com +44 (0)7789 280320 12

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

HGV Wind Turbine

Refrigerated lorry units are required to transport temperature-controlled goods all over the world and are currently powered by diesel. Therefore, they contribute to a number of current environmental concerns, including climate change. This HGV Wind Turbine Unit is designed to ensure less diesel is consumed, saving money and helping to tackle current environmental issues. The turbine only becomes engaged when the lorry is braking or travelling downhill, and will only need to be engaged for one hour throughout an average eight-hour journey to produce enough power. The advantages

of only engaging at certain times is to prevent having to use more power to generate power, therefore being less efficient. This turbine produces a maximum power in excess of 5kW, exceeding the amount of power required, saving gallons of fuel throughout the year.

Lee Bowers s4922771@bournemouth.ac.uk leecfc14@gmail.com 07398 102676 13

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

WasteWhale

I’ve always had an interest in design from a young age ,which has grown into a passion for engineering. At my time at Bournemouth University, I have expanded my knowledge of the industry as well as improving my skills in computer-aided design software such as SolidWorks. Plastic pollution has become a massive concern for the environment as well as for the health and safety of marine animals, such as sea birds, turtles and fish. Plastic travels as litter through streets, down drains, into rivers which lead to the oceans. The ‘WasteWhale’ is a remotecontrolled aquatic vehicle that can be used in marine environments such as rivers, to intercept litter on its journey to the oceans. I chose this project as I feel that cleaning the environment of

pollution will allow future generations to enjoy the earth with all the beautiful features it has to offer. That being scenic views on clean beaches or amazing animals that are being pushed to extinction because of our disposable lifestyle. I thoroughly enjoyed this project as it challenged my knowledge of engineering which drove my creativity to create an efficient and aesthetically pleasing product.

Paris Brock S5083229@bournemouth.ac.uk +44 (0)7985 617805 14

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

The Parkinson Bracelet

I am currently in my final year of BSc (Hons) Design Engineering at Bournemouth University. Growing up, I always liked to problem solve. Due to this, I enrolled onto this course so I can develop my creative skills in engineering. The increase growth of Parkinson’s disease is a big challenge for the medical industry. It is very important to help people who have been affected by Parkinson’s disease to receive support and treatments. As of 2018, there were 146,000 diagnosis of Parkinson’s in the UK alone. The Parkinson Bracelet has been developed to aid people who are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The product will aid the patient by giving movements that are smooth and help

slow down stiffness and help them in their day-to-day life, whether it be eating food or writing. This device produces movements in the arms on purpose, which will interrupt the feedback loop that impedes normal movement. The bracelet will have pulses of vibrations acting against the vibrations sent from the brain. When there are two vibrations, they cancel each other thus eliminating any stiff movements and tremors.

Caldwell Campbell CaldwellCampbell123@gmail.com 07305 086438 15

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Khloris Solar cooker

As we change our views on how we treat earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural habitat, previously archaic methods are being replaced by advanced technologies. The Khloris Solar Cooker combines innovation and cooking to produce a clean cooking method that harnesses the power of the sun. The Khloris Solar Cooker harnesses the power of the sun to reflect sunlight to a focal cooking point, to heat up a cooking pot or hot plate. The Khloris Solar Cooker uses its naturistic design to allow it to blend seamlessly into its surroundings, taking inspiration from the leaves of nature to produce its reflective petals.

The Solar Cooker can boil 500 grams of water in just eight minutes and 18 seconds. The Solar Cooker requires no tools for assembly and disassembly, with all fixtures and articulation done using a combination of plungers and spring clips which can all be used by hand.

Robert Campbell RobertJCampbell@outlook.com 07388 547048 16

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

AEGLE – The Smart Shoe for Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis is the most common complaint of patients requiring orthopaedic care for heel pain. Often sufferers have other underlying problems which can be difficult to diagnose. Meanwhile, as technology becomes integrated into the practice of medical care, wearable devices are evolving. AEGLE is a custom-designed shoe, aimed at mitigating pain and discomfort while also enabling medical professionals to make better clinical decisions and enhance the patient’s quality of life. At first glance AEGLE looks like many other stylish trainers currently on the market, consisting of a lightweight mesh upper and a thick, shock-absorbing sole. However, inside there are two insoles, the first being a supportive yet cushioning gel layer. Engineered to target Plantar Fasciitis, it features a relief bridge to

support the affected tissue as well as pads underneath the heel and metatarsals to absorb impact and relieve pain. Underneath lies the ‘smart’ sole. Force sensitive resistors, an accelerometer and gyroscope gather data about the patient’s plantar pressure and gait patterns. This data is transferred via wifi to an app on a smartphone or laptop. This can then be analysed by a physician who can then diagnose conditions or provide a targeted treatment plan.

Sarah Carruthers smacarruthers@gmail.com

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

The Accessible Weights Rack

With the health and fitness market being as large as it is there is a growing need for disabled users of gyms, and competitors in disabled sports, to train unaided. More solutions are needed to give people with disabilities the ability to be as safely independent as possible. This weight storage solution has been designed closely with an International medal winning para-powerlifter to ensure an accurate solution has been found. A traditional weights rack has weight plates at three levels. The upper and lower levels are not suitable heights for a wheelchair user to reach without putting themselves at considerable risk of injury. The product carries the four most common designations of weight plates and holds them at a height that is anthropometrically accessible to

wheelchair users. When the required weight designation is selected via a keypad the Arduino Uno microcontroller powers the motor bringing the correct stack of weights round to the front and they can then be easily removed by the user. This allows the user to be able to train more independently, it is particularly important at a time such as this where athletes will need to keep training at all times and many disabled athletes will not have the ability to train especially if they are isolating on their own.

Michael Cates S4915230@bournemouth.ac.uk 07895 822128 18

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

The Musical Printer

From a young age, I have been exposed to music and art in their conventional forms. With the skillsets I have acquired over the past four years, I wanted to bring to life the idea of creating a visual experience of music through design and innovation. The musical printer operates through software frequency analysis and generates a colour timeline from an established colour code representing frequency ranges. Once the music has been translated into colour, the machine activates itself and prints the colours onto a rolling canvas paper. The printing mechanism is inspired from slider-crank mechanisms. The printer has seven adapted slider-crank mechanisms (for

seven colours) equipped with a sponge press system. Each system holds a mixture of paint and water that gradually soaks up the sponge. At the end of its operation, we obtain a visual art piece of the input music. It is the synaesthesia of the visual and the audible. This innovative piece of machinery allows us to capture the musical moment forever. It is a new way of experiencing music for all, inclusive to people suffering from hearing loss.

Joseph Dulac s4932496@bournemouth.ac.uk dulacjoseph@gmail.com +44 (0)7716 881812 19

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

InLine Solar Tracking

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a final year Design Engineering student interested in the challenge and learning outcomes of studying creative yet effective design. My interests in the mechanisms and design of products started from an early age, this eventually led me to a course I believe encompasses both of these important principles. Currently, to extend the power grid to isolated communities is still far too expensive, which plays a major role in the sustainability of said environments. With this in mind, the solution is to deliver this power in the form of portable solar energy, helping to provide a sustainable source not only to communities but also for enthusiasts, looking to live independently from the grid. Almost all current portable solar systems do not have the ability to capture the maximum amount of sunlight without

George Grayson ggrayson16@icloud.com 07780 110210 20

being manually repositioned throughout the suns cycle. However, this design uses dual axis tracking and astronomical data to track the sun independently providing maximum solar consumption no matter the weather conditions, allowing for power generation of up to 1280W during summer days. The portability of a device is mainly defined by its size and weight, in this instance the size of a small suitcase with a total weight of under 16Kg, all while including a full size 100W solar panel.

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Electrically Powered Life-Saving Board

Drowning accounts for a major loss of life. The World Health Organisation estimates that in 2018 there were 36,000 beach drownings worldwide, but that figure does not include the non-fatal, life-changing injuries that result from near drowning experiences. Speed is key to performing an effective rescue. If a casualty is reached within two minutes after onset of drowning they have a 94% chance of survival. At ten minutes the chance of survival has fallen to 14% and life-changing injuries could be expected. Any means that allow quicker retrieval of the casualty, even if it is by second, will increase the likelihood of a good rescue.

The board aims to fill the gap between conventional forms of life saving such as swimming or paddle boards and the larger more expensive craft such as jet skis and boats. It is portable and light so can be carried into remote or hard to access beaches or travel with a lifesaver where a traditional paddle board would be cumbersome.

Thomas Jennings s5225916@Bournemouth.ac.uk Tomjennings567@gmail.com 07746 254759 21

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Powerplay Pro

I am a final year BSc (Hons) Design Engineering BSc. My experience at university and a year in industry working as a design engineer has fuelled my passion for problem solving and developing innovative solutions. Football is the most popular sport worldwide with over 265 million people playing. The growing technological improvements in the sports industry are increasing the need for advanced football equipment that offer an improved and better performance. Delivering a football accurately and consistently during training sessions can be challenging due to human error therefore slowing down a playerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s development. The aim is to develop a product that can be used in training

Alex Keay akeay11@hotmail.co.uk 07407 763313 22

sessions to improve and develop players by simulating game situations, this is done by providing a range of deliveries at high precision and reducing misplaced balls which will increase productivity. The football is launched of speeds up to 27 meters per second by feeding it through two rotating wheels attached to motors, these can be rotated at different speeds and angles to allow for curvature on the ball and a choice of angles so a whole range of deliveries and game scenarios can be simulated.

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Face Recognition Door Lock

This product tackles two related problems regarding accessing a private property. Firstly, it deals with the frustration of locking yourself out of your house after forgetting your key, and secondly it deals with the problem of poorly secured homes being broken into by burglars. The Face Recognition Door Lock is an electronic door lock system that allows you to gain access to a house or room by scanning your face to see if it matches with the correct face in the database system and then being able to open the door by pushing the handle down after the facial recognition system has confirmed the match. Therefore, two functions are involved which is the door lock and face recognition system. The type of door lock used is the tubular latch

lock with the spindle two door handles and the face recognition works with the use of electronic solenoid lock with euro cylinder, a finished face recognition programming of the Arduino and a 3.5 inch LCD screen. The power required is 12v so 8 AA batteries are used for the electronic lock system to work and an adapter power supply for the Arduino to work.

Sanjay Kumar sanjayk47@outlook.com s5226741@bournemouth.ac.uk 07426 796977 23

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Heart rate and core body temperature monitoring earpiece

I am in my final year of studying BSc (Hons) Design Engineering at Bournemouth University. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always had a passion for problem solving and designing, and hence this course has allowed me to expand my engineering knowledge as well as allowed me to create. Chronic illnesses are rapidly increasing globally, causing major burdens on healthcare systems. Monitoring of vital signs can prevent chronic illnesses or manage them, reducing the burden. The aim was to create a low-cost wearable device that will measure vital signs of a user continuously with high accuracy. The earpiece uses sensors to detect vital signs and transmit them to the user in real-time. The earpiece includes a non-contact infrared

photoplethysmography(PPG) sensor and a temperature sensor to measure vital signs. A user in home isolation can measure vital signs which are wirelessly transmitted and continuously monitored to check for warning signs. A network connection allows the collected data to be uploaded to an interface which can be accessed by a health professional, and measures can be taken if necessary.

Aleksandra Luczyk s5082429@bournemouth.ac.uk aleksandraluczyk@icloud.com 07563 158395 24

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

PAUSA

PAUSA is a wearable solution to help with the early detection and rehabilitation of Parkinson’s disease by providing continuous data from sufferer’s to medical professionals. Parkinson’s disease is the second most common progressive neurodegenerative disorder, affecting 1% of the population over the age of 50 and 2.5% of the population over the age of 70. Those affected by this disease may suffer with motor symptoms such as tremors, bradykinesia, and/or rigidity which may lead to falling and instability. For these reasons it is important to be able to detect and treat symptoms in the early stages as well as monitoring the symptoms as they continue to develop.

This is where PAUSA comes in. PAUSA uses a pulse and temperature sensor to monitor a patient’s pulse and temperature as well as an accelerometer which is able to monitor tremors, step count, and whether the patient has fallen. Also included is an emergency call system that is able to alert people that a fall has taken place allowing the user to get the help when needed.

Natalie McGrail nataliemmcgrail@gmail.com

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Parasol â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Helicopter Winch Stability System

Spinning and oscillation of winch loads is a major hazard associated with helicopter hoist operations. The Parasol HWSS uses ducted fan thrusters to counteract unwanted movements, resulting in faster rescues, wider operational envelopes and improved mission safety. Whilst rescue helicopters have advanced beyond recognition in the 70 years since their conception, the winching technology itself has remained virtually unchanged. Currently, winchmen are unable to effectively counteract the aerodynamic forces, leaving them at the mercy of the rotor downwash. With the use of ducted fans, the Parasol HWSS is able to produce a net horizontal thrust of up to 85N and counteractive

Timothy Morgan timjohnmorgan@gmail.com +44 (0)7757 086137 26

torque of up to 54Nm at the payload, enabling the automated control system to damp oscillations and prevent spinning. Additionally, a handheld remote gives the operator the ability to make fine positional and heading adjustments, allowing for unprecedented control at all line lengths, redefining the capabilities of helicopter hoist rescues.

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

High and low-pressure testing fixture for hydraulic brake calipersâ&#x20AC;&#x2039;

I am a final year student studying BSc (Hons) Design Engineering who has a great passion for SolidWorks. I carried out a placement year at Continental Teves UK Ltd where I was fortunate to experience a year in the automotive industry and broaden my engineering knowledge. Continental Teves has experienced a bottleneck in their assembly processes for many years due to the unnecessary cycle time of high and low-pressure testing. The company also continues to spend thousands of pounds designing and manufacturing separate fixtures and changed parts to suit various hydraulic brake calipers. Therefore, the new fixture will integrate high- and low-pressure testing and suit various configurations of hydraulic brake calipers.

The tests will be actuated pneumatically with aid of a double-acting cylinder. The piston inside of the hydraulic brake caliper will be oscillated using a piston rod attachment. The fixture will include a bespoke clamping system to ensure the brake caliper remains stationary whilst high-pressure testing takes place. These tests are company standard. Therefore, are carried out to ensure the hydraulic brake caliper is assembled correctly and remains intact.

Annie Mullins s4913311@bournemouth.ac.uk or anniemullins1234@hotmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/annie-mullins-670bbb14a 07479 531771 27

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

InControl

My aspirations are to help people and the planet, hence why I wanted to become a design engineer because, I believe, if you want to make a change you must build it. With an affection for electronics and audio, precision and detail are some aspects which I have always had a sharp eye for from a young age. With console games becoming ever more popular, advanced, and complicated to control, it leaves those people who are affected by single hand deformities or amputation less able to keep up with the progression of games which are commonly played amongst millions of people worldwide. These unfortunate individuals, especially kids, will feel frustrated by their incapability to match the standard of their friends or online opponents when socially gaming and not achieving the level

Samuel Naisby samuelnaisby@hotmail.com 07713 345123 28

which they potentially could without their disability. To date, there is sadly little to no commercial controller option to help adapt those individuals to play on consoleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like a Playstation or Xbox, which is why I have designed a specialised two-part controller that encompasses all features and precise functional capability of modern controllers so those affected donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel restricted by their disability and can match the standard of their peers.

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Retrofit screw-propelled rescue vehicle

This project tackles a drain of resources by providing a solution that allows an existing 4x4 used by rescue teams to be slightly modified to improve its snow traversing capabilities saving money and lives. In many areas around the world, the climate can vary dramatically between hot, dry summers and cold, snow covered winters. Rescue teams in these areas often use different vehicles for each season â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a 4x4 during the summer and a tracked vehicle during the winter. Whilst also expensive, storing a vehicle for half the year is very inefficient. The use of two rotating screws has proven to be very effective in loose media and other slurries such as snow, sand and ash and can be retrofitted to an existing

vehicle through the hubs allowing the existing power unit to be used. Through the use of an open loop hydraulic system, the screws are controlled and driven effectively, allowing the vehicle to reach a speed of 3.5m/s comfortably over virtually any terrain. This project has allowed me to explore the world of hydraulic systems which I have previously never encountered before helping me to expand my engineering and design capabilities and is something I can imagine pursuing further in my career.

Benjamin Obee S4904242@bournemouth.ac.uk 07910 159155 29

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Hephaestus: The groove cutter for closed-cell foam cores

Sandwich-structured composites consist of a thick core that is sandwiched between two thin skins, using resin as an adhesive. Cutting groove lines into the core creates flow channels are created that improve the distribution of resin across its surface. This is where Hephaestus comes in. Named after the Greek God of craftsmen, Hephaestus is a CNC machine that cuts grooves into the surface of closed-cell foam core sheets made from PET. The machine is designed to cut grooves that are 2mm wide and deep, and 40mm apart. The operator places the core sheet onto the bed, adjusts the height of the machine for the coreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thickness (up to 50mm), starts the operation, and the machine does the rest. Through programming of a PLC, Hephaestus cuts six grooves that

Nana Osei-Bonsu nanaosei-bonsu@hotmail.com

are 80mm apart and then actuates across the X-Axis by 40mm to cut an additional set of six grooves, ensuring the 40mm spacing is achieved. Hephaestus is driven by a DC motor and three stepper motors. The cutting discs are offset from the input shaft onto three separate output shafts (two discs per shaft), allowing each disc to be easily removed and replaced when they no longer perform.

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Compactable hospital hoist

I am a design engineer looking to use the abilities that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve learned throughout university in order to start my career. Front line paramedics often run into a big problem when responding to patients, and this is that the patient canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get out of bed; due to weight or disabilities. This often results in more paramedics being called to the house in order to lift the patient. The aim of this compactable hospital hoist is to have the ability to lift and descend the patient from their bed and into a wheelchair, yet also compact down small enough to be stored within an ambulance.

Using heavy duty folding brackets means that the legs can be folded up to be flush with the main body. With the main arm being detachable, this also means that the design can reduce in size even further. A winch located at the back of the device is attached to a 5mm galvanised steel wire rope which loops through a pulley at the top of the machine and hooked onto the inner arm.

Alex Pawsey alexpawsey98@gmail.com 07922 151945 31

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

West PDU1.0: Process demonstration for trade shows

A presentation tool able to portray the mechatronic design capabilities of a design business that specialise in bespoke pharmaceutical grade engineering. This is the first of multiple recirculation systems that will accompany the sales department at trade shows across the country. This project was in collaboration with West Pharmaservices Ltd. The unit aims to present the businessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; design portfolio on a condensed scale making it suitable for transport and space efficient at trade focused on the processes heavily involved with the common pharmaceutical product: the blister pack. The loop consists of feeding the parts onto a conveyor belt where inspection processes such as check weighing, barcode reading or quantity counting can be implemented. The parts are

then pushed into a chamber aimed to demonstrate the cartoning process. The blister packs are then recycled back into the feeder via a screw elevator arrangement. Although designed for maximum reliably, blockages and process failures are being monitored via a selection of sensing devices throughout the system to ensure a smooth continuous flow of parts throughout the exhibiting house of trade shows events.

Joe Perry joemperry10@yahoo.co.uk s4909840@bournemouth.ac.uk 07801 294002 32

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Automated Shopping Cart

I am a Design Engineering student looking to start my design career and to further expand upon the knowledge I have gained from university. During this time, I have developed a broad range of skills that will aid me through my future career. The Automated Shopping Cart has been developed to specifically aid the elderly and the physically disabled. The only devices that are currently supplied by a small amount of large shopping chains are mobility scooters with baskets on the front. However, these are not always available. Shopping whilst pushing a cart or carrying a basket can be extremely difficult for the elderly and the disabled. That is why I have developed the AS Cart

which, using RFID technology can follow the user through the store by tracking a bracelet the user will wear whilst, also avoiding obstacles that may be in the way. The cart can elevate the products to a height which will allow the user to take and place their products without putting strain on their back or legs. Hopefully the product that has been developed will make their shopping trips less daunting and more manageable.

Blert Shillova S5063219@bournemouth.ac.uk 07861 742161 33

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Sighting aid for forklift trucks

Warehouse forklifts often have to retrieve and store goods on high racks through narrow openings. Operators have difficulty seeing around loads in these circumstances, leaning out of the safety cage or supervision by additional staff increase risks in an already hazardous workplace. The design need was identified during work experience. The camera units clamp onto the load backrest of the forklift. Compact electric linear actuators retract the cameras when not in use to prevent damage. Lifting capacity is not affected by the lightness and compactness of the design. Wide-angle cameras are positioned automatically when a load is present on the forks, avoiding distraction to the operator, and transmit to a monitor within the safety cage. The system is powered

from the forklift, avoiding the need to change batteries. Use of the sighting aid meets the human need to improve workplace safety by eliminating additional staff and bad operator practice, leading to savings in time and money. The ability to retrofit to existing forklifts makes the system accessible and cost effective or business that cannot afford fully automated warehouses.

Nathan Thomas S5009608@bournemouth.ac.uk +44 (0)7599 398231 34

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Knee Support Plus

I am a Design Engineer looking to use my skills that I have developed at university to start my career as a professional engineer. Knee Support Plus is a hinged knee brace, that uses a mechanical spring cable system to provide assistant to the kneeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s movement. The aim of the project was to produce a knee brace that provided mechanical stability from the hinge joint, and the additional spring assistants for the knee during flexion and extension. This

reduces the overall stress subjected to the quadriceps and patellar tendon, which control the movement of the knee. Knee Support Plus was primarily designed for use during injury rehabilitation, such as a torn ACL, or quadricep- and patellar ligament-related injuries. It can also be used to provide relief from chronic conditions, such as osteoarthritis.

Shane Thomas Shane189.thomas@hotmail.com 07754 961557 35

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

SunBank

I am an enthusiastic BSc (Hons) Design Engineering graduate with a passion for design and solving complex problems. During my time at university, I have enjoyed building my knowledge of the engineering world and look forward to the challenges of industry, whilst developing my skills further. The SunBank is a set of external blinds for your home or business with solar panels integrated into each blade of the blinds themselves. As carbon footprint and emissions are now a large factor in our lives, a simple and straight forward solution was needed, to allow everybody the ability to create their own eco-friendly and sustainable energy source. The aim of this project was to provide an easy solution for generating green energy

Charlie Todd chazatodd@gmail.com 07828 772224 36

in your home or business and allow you to put that energy to good use by powering your own appliances and devices. The SunBank operates like a normal household blind, whilst also providing the user with eco-friendly power. These blinds allow the user to save money on their energy bills, whilst also doing their bit to save the planet.

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering

Bluefin: Suburban wind turbine

As more and more importance is placed on ending fossil fuel consumption, new and innovative solutions are needed to cater to this requirement. This turbine has been developed to work in urban environment. This is usually as issue as conventual turbines cannot work in the turbulent winds generated by cities. The darrieus design chosen for this turbine can work in omnidirectional wind and has the further

benefit of being virtually silent, thus not contributing to noise pollution. Based on the mathematical models the maximum power production of this turbine can exceed 10 kW which will make a sizable dent in the total energy requirement for an average household.

Charlie Wright S4908202@bournemouth.ac.uk 07539 334815 37

BA (Hons)

Industrial Design

Where are they now? Hannah Jordan (class of 2016) works as a Designer for En Route International Ltd, providing design solutions and creating innovative brands and products for both retailers and the airline industry. Hannah completed her placement year with the same company before finishing her degree with First Class Honours. Serenitea, Hannahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final year project, was a well-being tea set, which encourages individuals to identify and confront their issues, through tea and sympathy.

Duration 3 years or 4 years with a 30-week placement Start date September UCAS Code W420 Entry requirements 104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels, or equivalent BTEC Extended Diploma DMM The information above is for BA (Hons) Product Design Futures. Accreditation Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) to fully meet the requirements for Registered Product Designer (RProdDes) registration

Students on BA (Hons) Industrial Design have a flair for art and an interest in practical design. These students communicate their designs through a range of design media, from freehand sketching and rendering to CAD modelling and visualisation. From 2019 entry we are offering BA (Hons) Product Design Futures. This takes the best elements of Industrial Design and Product Design and looks to the cutting-edge areas and projects that will impact society in the future. This new and innovative course focuses on the ethical development of new products, solving real-world problems whilst being sustainable and having less environmental impact. You will use the latest virtual design tools, such as virtual reality, alongside manual sketching techniques which are still essential to be able to develop and communicate ideas effectively, and CAD systems ranging from 2D drafting to 3D solid modelling and other sophisticated analysis tools.

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

Proteus â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A multi-environment campervan interior

The aim of Proteus is to increase the flexibility in the design of interior campervan conversion furniture. Having completed a year of campervan furniture design on placement I developed a passion for this area, and wanted to explore the design flexibility in this small space. The design was inspired by the octopus, standing out for its ability to adapt to any situation it encounters, and informing the design through biomimicry. Silicone rubber became a key material to achieve this, with a similar texture and movement to the octopus. The movement of the product mimics that of a tentacle, and the interaction with the storage openings imitate webbing. The colours themselves are those commonly found throughout octopus, and are strategically used to

Joseph Brown Jbrownie2012@gmail.com 07531 451486 40

create a sense of colour change as the product transitions seamlessly between its environments; kitchen, bedroom and living space. The modular design of the frame allows for further flexibility in the layout of the camper-van, as well as easy installation. Proteus is an efficient way to get all you need in a camper-van without the need to compromise other spaces and functions.

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Hospital waiting room furniture

More often than not, a visit to a hospital or medical practice is a stressful experience. It has been found that visitors have a low opinion of the waiting areas in hospitals, and the furnishings used. This project looks to create furniture to help fulfil visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs, in both physical and mental relief. The solution I have explored is a set of tables and chairs, which have been designed to accommodate visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; physical and emotional needs and offer positive distraction from a stressful situation. An expressive form has been at the heart of the project. I found symbolism in the shape of the hand, and its pads and curves became cushions and seats. The seats have an asymmetric form which when paired look like cupped hands. This aims to help the user to feel comforted. The structural ribs in the

seats are shaped to intone the lines of a fingerprint. The table features an area for plants that have been sold or given as gifts in the hospital and would normally go to waste. They are there to provide a positive distraction and are lit by the two arches, which provide a soft UV glow. The lights share the symbolism, like thumbs over the plants. The table includes raising ends, providing wheelchair access, as well as storage beneath, offering charging points for visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; devices. Antimicrobial materials are used throughout.

William Church williamgeorgechurch@gmail.com 07557 006991 41

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

The Chiarezza

Named after the word “clarity” in Italian, due to the origins of its mechanism, the Chiarezza’s transparency aims to allow the user to witness the full experience of brewing thus achieving a sense of calm and clarity. It is also a conversation starter, helping people come together. The Chiarezza pleads with its users to take a breath, slow down and think to themselves; but just as importantly, it begs them to enjoy a good cup of coffee.

Following the same mechanical process as this predecessor, the Chiarezza was designed with a strict vertical alignment in a modernistic semi-industrial style.

The inception of this project was Robin Day’s ideology that ‘all parts of a design should be seen and beautiful’, furthermore fuelled by a desire to reconnect to our love for making and enjoying a good quality cup of coffee at home.

Its defining features are that it is wallmounted and virtually transparent, and outfitted with strong tempered borosilicate glass in conjunction with classic aluminium for the body.

The Chiarezza was inspired by the Moka pot, a classic and an engineering model.

Camille Cuello camillecuello@gmail.com +44 (0)7564 090748 42

An induction hob is the source of heating, aided by a stainless steel disk which heats the glass evenly.

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

Pairing With

I design for the environment. I believe that human beings don’t have a pollution problem. We have a design problem. Have you ever lost your pen? Have you ever wondered why it should matter if you’ve lost your pen? I wonder how the meaning of pets and ballpoint pens are different for you. Aren’t they the same – things that belongs to you? I found the answer of this involved keywords such as ‘responsibility’ and ‘emotional sympathy’. This ‘pairing with’ is trying to be a pair with the user to share those two keywords physically and mentally. The design

form is inspired by the spine, which is the centre bone of all living vertebrates. And it is made with false teeth (kinds of a ceramic). By sharing bones, it can be said that eternalness and solidarity are created. The project is ultimately aimed at increasing product usage time and reducing waste by connecting products and users.

Aheun Jang s5079133@bournemouth.ac.uk 07401 429139 43

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

Private airport seating

Airports are a busy and chaotic environment. Within the uncontrollable environment of an airport, unpredictable delays and cancellations often lead to flyers having to spend more time trapped inside. This adjustable seat gifts the user a private space for a short rest before flying. Sleeping pods have a lack of connection between the user and their environment; they have been unsuccessful in the sense that they alienate the user from their surroundings. My project addresses the lack of connection and makes the resting area a more sociable experience whilst removing the negative stigma of sleeping in the airport. This adjustable airport seat creates a space for the user to relax and get cosy. Furthermore, aid in establishing a connection between the user and the

Warid Jindaluang warid.jindaluang@gmail.com 07445 343030 44

intended environment without sacrificing comfort or personal space. The comfortable flat platform provides the user with a space to enjoy their wait, allowing them to regenerate the energy needed for further travelling. Security is tight in airports to ensure public safety. The wing-like design will wrap around the user creating a safe space for those who in need of it, providing privacy without creating areas of low visibility for security.

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

SoundScape 2020

University freshers are faced with new and intimidating situations where they are forced to go outside their comfort zone to interact with new people. Having a quick escape on their ever present personal devices does not help. SoundScape 2020 is the social enabler they need toâ&#x20AC;Śbreak the ice. In this retro revival, SoundScape 2020 reminisces the raging 60s and 70s in a retro- futuristic jukebox that really captivates your imagination. The classic flashing lights and the form, made with aluminium and finished with metallic acrylic lacquer is inspired by spaceships, representing the famous sci-fi genre and adding character to the room. The LED touch screen is an electronic canvas for the patrons to draw emojis and small lo-def drawings on, providing an

expressive, and entertaining interaction system that they will never forget. The inside of the machine is lined with Birch wood for better sound quality. Ideally installed on walls this attention grabbing and curious speaker â&#x20AC;&#x201C; navigator provides creative outlets on many different fronts and draws users away from the comfort of their personal devices and into the real world to break the ice and have real interaction with people, on their journey to a wonderful university life.

Tanushree Kedia tanushreekedia1@gmail.com +44 (0)7756 793225 45

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

IÎ&#x203A;SO (IASO) glucose monitor

Throughout my academic years, notably at University I have gained invaluable skills and improved my competence in design as well as matured through my personal experiences. I hope to harness my talents to help improve the world and bring designs that would serve all aspects of life. There is a continuing rise in blood sugar related health problems such as diabetes and hypo/hyperglycaemia, with more adults over the age of 18 at risk of developing diabetes due to lifestyle and diet choices, with people already diagnosed with diabetes and other blood sugar related health issues having to constantly monitor themselves and to maintain a healthy diet and fitness. The problem with Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) that are available now have limitations on when and how they

Aaron Kiwas kiwasaaron@gmail.com 07791 419793 46

are used, with most requiring the user to draw their blood for the monitor to measure their blood content. As well as this, this product aims to target active users that need a device that not only tracks their blood sugar levels through a non-invasive method, but to also assist them throughout their exercise and everyday life.

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

Living Wall

My project the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Living Wallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; aims to encourage people to reconnect with nature through a vertical garden system. Have you ever become mesmerised to natures tranquillity in search of comfort or relief? Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contemporary built environment makes us increasingly more isolated from nature.

sculpturesque forms once mounted and introduced with vegetation becomes a vertical garden system, an ever-evolving piece of art/nature sparking intrigue and escape to its onlookers.

The Living Wall utilises a series of biomorphic forms sculpted from hardwood featuring an array smart planting compartments. The

With rapid urbanisation and technology, our connection to nature is diminishing and the Living Wall intends to address and protest against this.

Thivyan Kowridas thiv@haint.co.uk 07712 101344 47

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

Pioneer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A luxury glamping pod

A modern towable glamping pod giving users the feeling of intimacy with each other and the surrounding environment. Targeted at couples interested in romantic weekend getaways, who can now go glamping at a destination of their choice. Designed to emulate the feeling of freedom associated with being at sea, the Pod features Burmese teak yachtstyle decking and a durable Alcantara Exo material for internal seat covering. The luxurious cabin features smart controls, an automated sliding side door, rear hydraulic ramp, and roof ventilation hatches. Electronically controlled switchable smart glass provides privacy as well as ambient light from outside. The table and chairs also can be stowed

George Lacey george@laceysmk.plus.com 07557 788270 48

away for transit making this cabin highly practical. I chose this project because I wanted to bridge the gap between the luxury of standalone glamping cabins and the ease and portability of traditional caravans. I have learned about the manufacturing processes associated with a vehicle of this scale, as well as improved my CAD experience by attempting the complex geometry found in this model.

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

Shinrin-Yoku inspired oil diffuser

An Industrial designer with a passion for creating innovative design to inspire those around me and solve complex issues that occur in our modern society. Once we hit that elderly stage in life, we are faced with problems, not just physically but mentally. In fact, two fifths of all older people say the television is their main source of company which is due to feelings of isolation and social anxiety, conclusively resulting in loneliness which is a mass problem in our modern society. So, my goal is to combat the impact of these emotions in order to reduce the feeling of loneliness within the elderly market.

My solution is the Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) inspired Oil Diffuser. I have incorporated the main components of the forest into one small product to help bring the outdoors into the home to aid those who are unable to go outside. The product creates tree like patterns, wonderful smoke and water and projections using light and diffuses scents that awaken the senses which create an experience like no other.

Alfie Lovejoy Alfiegeorgelovejoy@googlemail.com 07932 246362 49

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

Veiled lounger

Take a seat into an experience curated to take the mind into a relaxed state through the use of material, colour and design philosophy. Chairs are associated with comfort. Comfort in turn makes a product pleasurable. This design aims to achieve more for the end user. With an everincreasing use of technology and an increased pace of life, mindfulness is as ever important and so, the Veiled Lounger puts the users mind at the forefront. Sprouting from the ground is a wood frame that presents the seat. the elastic material of the seat follows the lines of the wooden frame but when the user takes a seat the material tightens and

Christian Madray chrismad94@gmail.com 07875 979857 50

hugs the body. As movements are made, the mind focuses on where the body will be next. Coloured light illuminates the plexiglas veil where laser etched lines come to life. The eye follows patterns made by the illuminated lines which mimic veins on a leaf. When all the elements combine, there is an aim to achieve effective stress relief and increased satisfaction.

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

High-quality headphones for the younger generation

A culture has developed in recent years where consumers favour designer products over those with a far better quality to price ratio. Top name brands dominate the audio market despite often having a poor reputation amongst the audiophile community while still selling at high prices. With my design I have tried to encapsulate the euphoric feeling caused by a flood of dopamine into the body. This ‘explosion’ is reflected in the design of the earcups themselves, with the epicentre being where you interact with the interface. Essentially, it is by your own hand that you set off this ‘explosion’. The headband was also inspired by this euphoric state reached where your muscles tense as you shiver from pure enjoyment.

To break the cycle where consumers buy designer products at high prices, I have designed my headphones to feature high quality equipment and materials. An aluminium body, Nylon 12 headband and velour padding should encourage consumers to move away from the plastic provided by big name brands and towards a superior build and sound quality provided by my design. Hopefully, younger generations will come to accept this as THE standard for headphones.

Oliver Mitchison 11mitchison@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/Oliver-Mitchison +44 (0)7426 611114 51

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

KAON Fridge freezer to reduce waste

Food waste is a major global problem which needs to be acknowledged and taken more seriously. “All the world’s nearly one billion hungry people could be fed on less than a quarter of food that is wasted in the US, UK and Europe” – OLIO My project was a result of a personal experience. Finding untouched food in its packaging had already spoiled and gone off even before use. The aim of my project was to tackle the cause of food waste in households through a fridge freezer design.

Marc Negrillo mymarcondesign@gmail.com 07450 270932 52

The interior design takes some inspiration from the organic structures of insect nests which forms the core for the fridge shelving. This was in hopes to create a less rigid way in organisation and to have a better flow of spatial interaction, between the variety of food groups in the fridge.

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

puffn childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inhaler

A baby bird is once restrained but then set free when it takes flight and makes a leap. This inhaler focuses on helping to reduce the anxiety created when children must use medical devices. An inhaler is an enabling tool for children to experience a healthier childhood being diagnosed with asthma. It is a condition that requires constant medication and self-discipline. Almost 50% of asthma patients suffer from severe asthma through neglect and improper technique. This product is aimed to help children manage their illness at an early stage of the condition to prevent and minimise more problems that stop the child from expressing themselves.

The flow of the design enclosed around the standard Ventolin tank while protecting it remains easily accessible. The soft-press button allows the child to easily operate the inhaler and to reduce their dependency on their parents. Using a bird form resembling a playful character makes children feel more comfortable around the product. The friendly aesthetic encourages the use of this inhaler allowing children to be more active and extend the golden playtime.

Kuntay Onal onalkuntay@gmail.com 07751 889328 53

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

XyloBench

Music is a non-verbal language that is essential to all human beings. This project mixes music and urban furniture to promote and encourage social interaction through a xylophone bench. The XyloBench is a semi modular series of concrete and aluminium benches that can be arranged next to one another to create a long row of benches in an exterior environment. I chose the environment for this project to be the riverbanks of the Seine in Paris, due to the flow of pedestrians passing by and the open space.

I grew up in Paris, have always been passionate about music and wanted to use this to my advantage when it came to my final year project. Throughout the process of this assignment, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve learned how to create a scene using virtual reality, helping me to imagine the scale and how one would interact with it.

Sebastian Ovington sebastian.ovington98@gmail.com

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

The Anchor Stone

Mental health is a key topic within todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s society and the importance of understanding the mind with specific focus upon anxiety; the feeling of worry, nervousness or unease. The need for a product based solution to bridge this gap has never been more apparent. Embodied from natural elements and influenced by tried mental health techniques such as anchoring; The Anchor Stone is a hand held device that produces vibrating pulsations in order to imitate tested breathing techniques that when matchedâ&#x20AC;Śduring panic would reduce the users heart rate thus providing a calming sensation.

Supporting this product is a mobile software application, allowing a parent or guardian to easily access and understand the use of the device, analyse device patterns and customise the device features. The vision is to create an online community where people and professionals come to discuss practice, techniques and active advice about managing anxiety.

Tallis Simons Tallis@pictureplayground.co.uk

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

An environment that improves behaviour and fosters calmness in inmates

In recent years, violence has been on the rise within the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prison population. This needless wave of aggressive behaviour causes undue stress on the prison population, institution personnel, and makes it more likely for prisoners to re-offend. This does not need to be the reality incarceration. By leveraging environmental design theory, we can create a space that stimulates the usersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; physiological and psychological needs, encouraging them to slow down. This project helps inmates achieve calmness and contentment through the ancient ritual of aromatherapy. The detail design boundary is the backflow incense burner, which using smoke pouring in a downwards motion into a pool at its base. After a violent incident, an inmate would be

Oliver Twigger olivertwigger@icloud.com +44 (0)7519 601906 56

taken into this room for about 20 minutes to calm down. The aesthetic driving force for this project is zen minimalism. The aim is not to luxuriate the prison experience, just to address it on a human level. Although this project specifically targets UK prison institutions, it does have global appeal, as controlling human behaviour is an element of industrial design that transcends cultures, religions and beliefs.

BA (Hons) Industrial Design

Car Boot Kitchen

I follow my passion in my design, always gravitating toward more outdoors or travel oriented projects. Creating high quality products that are necessary is important to me because, as a global community, we must try to overcome the throwaway society I believe we are so deeply caught in. While travelling down the East Coast of the US last summer, my friend and I found eating on the road to be somewhat troublesome. We were living out of our trusty hired Toyota Camry â&#x20AC;&#x201C; eating, sleeping, brushing teeth, etc. My project aims to improve this quality of life through the experience of eating on the road. The Car Boot Kitchen is a reconnection to the surroundings of the outdoors

by means of taking the ordeal that is preparing and eating food and making it easy. It is a portable unit for taking on the road when travelling by car to enhance the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience of food through provision of seamless preparation and consumption, allowing the user to reconnect with their outside environment. This is a product for young adults with ambitions to see the world but perhaps fewer opportunities than others.

Jack van Galen jackmvg@icloud.com +44 (0)7929 830566 57

BEng/MEng (Hons)

Mechanical Engineering

Where are they now? Rhys Sargeant (class of 2018) stayed on at BU to take a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Mechanical Engineering. His BEng project looked at finding a potential solution for the lack of adaptable tooling.

Duration MEng: 5 years including an optional 30-week placement BEng: 4 years including an optional 30-week placement Start date September UCAS Code MEng: H105 BEng: H305 Entry requirements 104 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels, in required subjects, or equivalent BTEC Extended Diploma DMM in a required subject

This degree develops high-calibre engineers who are able to function both as an engineer and a technology leader in sectors such as aerospace, marine, automotive, alternative energy, oil and gas, and other high-tech industries. As well as giving you a solid grounding in engineering, the course will provide an insight into emerging technologies within the sector and how to apply them to real-world situations. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to go all the way to a full MEng, you can opt to graduate a year early with a BEng Mechanical Engineering instead. As an accredited degree it means you can apply for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status after gaining suitable experience in an engineering role.

Required subjects: A-level Mathematics and a Science or Technology subject Accreditation BEng: Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers and Institution of Mechanical Engineers to meet in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). MEng: Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) to fully meet the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers to meet in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Movement of soft robots in granular substances

I am currently in my final year of studying mechanical engineering at Bournemouth University. I have a mathematical way of thinking and have an accomplishment driven work ethic. I am looking to apply and further improve my current skill set and gain new experience by working in the industry. Soft robotics is a subfield of robotics in which the robots are composed of compliant materials and actuators. The field is at its inception from a research standpoint and there is limited literature on the movement of soft robots in granular substances. This project aims to further the study of the movement of soft robots in granular substances by focusing on

a finite element analysis of a computer modelled soft robot based on a worm travelling through granular substances. By calculating the forces exerted by the granular substance on the exterior of the model and by observing the peristaltic motion of a worm the movement of the robot is predicted. This could aid in using soft robots as less disruptive alternatives in situations where conventional robots are less efficient.

Mariyam Lubna Abdul Rahman S5082321@bournemouth.ac.uk www.linkedin.com/in/mariyam-lubna-abdul-rahman 07367 244240 60

Application of ceramic coatings for diesel, internal combustion (IC), pistons to enhance mechanical and thermal efficiency values. The use of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) has been implemented to analyse benefits and risks of ceramic coatings for said application. Ceramic coatings have been used within automotive and industrial IC engine applications for multiple purposes. One of these key areas is increasing thermal efficiency ratings, effectively producing more complete combustion especially during colder engine cycles such as starting. Another key feature with proven results has been the reduction in CO (Carbon Monoxide) pollution figures. This project solely focuses on the FEA testing for the application of ceramic coatings, of various materials,

assessing the thermal and mechanical enhancements when compared to a piston without any coatings present. This has meant that CAD (Computer Aided Design) software has been used to test the 3D part models as a real-world piston testing machine would be financially inviable. In depth research has also been completed to carry out the correct selection of certain currently used materials from accredited literature.

Thomas Allen S5063068@bournemouth.ac.uk 07949 372818 61

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Ceramic coating of a diesel IC engine piston to enhance performance properties

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Redesigning the current casing of Li-Ion battery to improve efficiency and performance

The lithium ion battery has become the forefront of the battery industry in recent times being used in compliances varying from mobile phones to NASA robots, however the current design has limitations and faults. Therefore this study will be analysing and altering the casing to achieve a superior model. The lithium ion battery has been outdated for the last couple of years but being in such high demand means the battery has to be brought forward and modernised using up-to-date techniques and methods, using simulation to understand the current faults with the structural integrity and physical properties to create a foundation of statistic to from. Redesigning required multiple concepts and testing to determine which is best suited to the task and has the desired

Lewis Barnaby Barnaby10@outlook.com 07580 384659 62

properties to for fill the corrosion and erosion outputs from the battery, the other tests will be testing the durability, longevity, material selection and the manufacturing of the casing. In addition there are several other simulations needed in the testing stage to see if the concepts survive against the harsh real life scenarios eliminating any problematic errors.

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Development of novel specimens for biaxial ultrasonic fatigue

With new materials and manufacturing processes, industry demands predictability of material properties for the design of their products. Ultrasonic Fatigue Testing allows S-N curves to be obtained very quickly, but test specimens must be produced against tight tolerances. Ultrasonic Fatigue Testing (UFT) Machines have significantly reduced the time and financial costs associated with fatigue testing, and have allowed feasible testing into the gigacycle (109) regime.

to recreate biaxial stresses. However, specimens must be designed against tight tolerances such that they resonate at 20Âą0.5 kHz and develop specified stress values at the gauge area.

Currently, UFT specimen geometries are uniaxial by design and are unable to accurately represent complex multiaxial cyclical loadings that materials experience, such as those in the aerospace industry. It has been shown that cruciform-type specimens can be re-designed to be used in UFT machines

This project aims to identify critical geometrical features and dimensions of the specimenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design that impact the performance of the specimen, and determine practical rather than idealistic tolerances that are suitable for manufacturing.

Elliott Beauchamp esbeauchamp@outlook.com www.linkedin.com/in/esbeauchamp +44 (0)7748 978259 63

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Cavitation erosion of engineering bearing materials

This project aims to further investigate cavitation erosion and its wear mechanisms specific to bearing materials. Cavitation erosion is a form of wear applying to a wide range of engineering applications and materials. It can be present in any hydrostatic or dynamic system, whether that be a ship propeller or highspeed bearings. Additional maintenance and repair will be necessary due to the loss of material and efficiency caused by this type of erosion. Using FEA, the effects of cavitation microjets will be modelled by a sphere, of equal size to

the jetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diameter, impacting the surface of a much larger spherical bearing. The bearing materials tested are steel, tungsten carbide and silicon nitride. The stresses experienced by each material will improve understanding of their behaviour and resistance to cavitation while suggesting desirable characteristics for materials that parts prone to erosion may be ideally made from.

Adam Britten S5062263@bournemouth.ac.uk 07419 120320 64

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Lifejacket gas cylinder security testing

A test method to examine the security of gas cylinders in inflatable lifejackets, in order to improve safety in recreational and commercial environments. Identified by the BSI Buoyancy Garments Committee, multiple marine lifejackets have failed to inflate upon immersion. It was not known if this was as a result of improper fitment, poor maintenance of the jacket or a combination both. This project entails the design, manufacture and commissioning of a security testing system for inflatable lifejackets. Outcomes of this project are to identify the possible causes for loosening gas cylinders, and to create a criterion to determine the level of security a gas cylinder has for a range of lifejackets.

A combination of applied mathematics, theoretical design and real-life testing have been utilised to simulate movement during active use of a lifejacket. The movement is characterised by exposing frictional, rotational and transverse forces to the gas cylinder. Ultimately, the goal is to further develop safety in recreational and commercial aquatic environments.

Harry Coomber S4906169@bournemouth.ac.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/hjrcoomber/ +44 (0)7712 687666 65

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Rapid Release Valve, the pneumatic change for the modern combat aircraft

Rapid Release valve, the pneumatic change for the modern combat aircraft aims to provide the evidence that pyrotechnic Missile Eject Launchers can be utilised by a pneumatics device and provide equal performance with much greater sustainability against the current system. Weapons Carriage and Release systems (WC&R) are a fundamental system on todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s combat aircraft. WC&R systems for this project focus on Cobhamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Air-toAir Missile Eject Launcher (MEL) which currently utilises pyrotechnics as the favoured method of actuation, in recent times the shift for a lower maintenance system has given pneumatics much attention for this problem.

on a MEL with a multitude of simulations ranging from flow, thermal analysis to fatigue, pressure analysis with the inclusion of safety factors and timebased simulations. All with the aid of calculations for each of the simulation scenarios these critical results aim to challenge the feasibility of the pneumatic system against the pyrotechnic system and even be far more reliable.

This project aims to help provide valid data proving that there is complete feasibility of the utilisation of pneumatics

Alex Cox s5067476@bournemouth.ac.uk alexcox2412@gmail.com 07565 160328 66

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Design of the shroud

I am a BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering student currently in my final year at Bournemouth University. My final year project consists of redesigning a shroud component used in air to air refuelling for the aerospace company Cobham, which involves using CAD and simulation analytical skills. The shroud, used in air-to-air refuelling, is applied to act as a protective cover for refuelling couplings. Hence for this project, using CFD and FEA analysis, the shroud has been redesigned to have better impact resistance and better airflow for the refuelling couplings turbines. This was achieved by firstly using FEA to analyse the difference in results when the shroud is simulated under the same air pressure in its real-life application.

Through this, by changing the material from a 4007 Al to a 7075-T6 Al alloy, gave the shroud a much better impact resistance and strength under the same conditions. The second part was using CFD to analyse the external airflow of the shroud. By redesigning the air inlet of the previous design of the shroud to an inlet box, increased airflow trajectory to the refuelling couplings turbines and aids to power its lights for night refuelling.

Leroy Entsie-Amuesi leroyeamuesi@gmail.com 07464 605822 67

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Lightweight silicon wafer pallet

Silicon wafers are used in the fabrication of semiconductors, during manufacturing it is essential that these are held flat. ASM offers a wafer pallet to achieve this, which requires machine upgrades to accommodate the productâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weight. This project will explore lightweight alternatives. This project will be undertaken in conjunction with ASM Assembly Systems. ASM Assembly Systems is one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest supplier of surface mount technology equipment. One product they offer is the wafer pallet, to aid in the production of a silicon wafer. To prevent deflection when in use, the pallet is designed with high stiffness, which increases the weight of the pallet beyond the screen printing machine capabilities. Subsequently, machine upgrades are

required, resulting in downtime and significant expenses. During this project, a carbon fibre design will be explored which can offer identical stiffness to the current product, whilst reducing weight, eliminating the need for a machine upgrade. This project will involve the development of testing methods to evaluate load and deflection, which will be used to compare design concepts and determine whether project requirements have been achieved.

Louis Garden louis.garden@outlook.com www.linkedin.com/in/louis-garden +44 (0)7771 365544 68

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Upcycling of textiles and plastics

I am currently a Mechanical Engineering student at Bournemouth University. During my time at BU I have been able to expand my knowledge and develop skills that I am looking forward to being able to apply in industry. There is currently a serious problem with waste in the world and how it is being handled, this project aims at upcycling plastics and textiles as to contribute help in dealing with this problem. When plastics are recycled the strength of their properties decreases (such as tensile strength) which means that they cannot be infinitely recycled and end up further

contributing to the waste problems in the world. This project looks at combining textiles used in clothing (twill and polyester) with HDPE (a commonly used plastic) to see how the properties of the HDPE are influenced by each textile and if a useful composite material could be created from them.

Joanna Grabowska s5063743@bournemouth.ac.uk asiagra51@gmail.com +44 (0)7746 674788 69

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Tensile experimentation of pre-defected recycled high-density polyethylene

My project is based on the experimentation of recycled HDPE. High Density Polyethylene is a versatile material that can be reconstituted with little to no change in its properties. I am analysing the defect characteristics of recycled HDPE under Tensile Testing. I will be using CAD and FEA to test my project. A tensile test sample is created using SolidWorks using industry standard testing specifications. By using data from recycled HDPE a custom material that mirrors its properties can be made, this would then be applied to the test sample. FEA can then be used to test the tensile properties of the material. Notches are

added to the test sample to measure the defect characteristics of the model. The notches mimic scratches, dents, imperfections, etc. that the material would be exposed to during use. This test can help to understand how recycled HDPE withstands tensile force with defects to its surface.

Shins Lukose Moolakkatt S4906417@bournemouth@ac.uk Shinslm111@yahoo.co.uk +44 (0)7552 788870 70

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Designing a new case for rechargeable batteries

I’m a final year Mechanical Engineering student at Bournemouth University. I’m looking forward to join the professional world and have the opportunity to apply the knowledge I’ve developed through my course, perusing a career in an area that I’m passionate about. Mechanical engineers in the 21st century are constantly being challenged, seeking new material combination designs to strive for innovative success thus creating new, unexplored opportunities.

Due to complications risen from the global pandemic caused by the Covid-19 virus, the results of the project were unfortunately reliant solely on CAD simulations.

The aim of this project revolves around unearthing a superior material for the cover/case of a rechargeable cell that is able to withstand the high temperatures produced by that same cell.

This project additionally supports the United Nation’s sustainable development goal for Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (Goal 9), as the identification of a more capable material can be included under this category, given the projects’ technological nature.

Sami Ghazzal s5084318@bournemout.ac.uk 07762 413131 71

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Tall structure stabilisation using reaction wheels

Testing reaction wheels by creating a self-balancing robot, to identify the suitability of this technology to dampen the natural sway of tall buildings. Exploring if such a system could actively negate lateral structural loads, allowing taller constructions in challenging environments. Reaction wheels function by accelerating a wheel which produces torque. The equal and opposite reaction force to this torque, transferred through the motor, can be calculated and used to counteract motion. This project involved programming a forces simulation to test the performance of reaction wheels in a controlled scenario, where control models for the reaction wheels could be developed. Progressing to designing and building

Alex Heywood alex.heywood@mail.com 07503 559063 72

a self-balancing robot prototype. A 3D printed prototype of an inverted pendulum with reaction wheels at the top was controlled using Arduino. Data from each test could be collected and analysed to further improve the model. Finite element analysis was then used to identify whether the collected data on the behaviour of reaction wheels could be scaled up to dampen the sway of a building.

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Predicting the motion of soft robots

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a final year mechanical engineering student and an Arkwright scholar with a keen interest in new technologies, over the past three years I have learned how to apply the knowledge I have gained about engineering in a practical setting and I am looking for a role in industry where I can utilise my skills. The field of soft robotics studies how pliable materials can be used to produce machines that can accomplish tasks which existing rigid robots are not suited for, this can be for a variety of reasons including soft robots being safer to operate, and more flexible in the way that they can approach tasks. This is a new and exciting research area however there is very limited literature available on the simulation of soft robots and how

more complex internal geometries can be used to attain different motions. This project assesses the suitability of several simulation packages to predict the motion of soft robots and then examines how varying the internal geometry can achieve novel motion which has use in machinery; early research projects such as this will help with the adoption of this new technology as it aids in the design of future products.

James Holder S5069809@bournemouth.ac.uk 07903 291599 73

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Aviation fuel sealing

This project aims to explore the possibility of improving the mechanical properties of fluorosilicone as an aviation fuel sealing by incorporating other nanomaterials in its matrix and investigating the best manufacturing techniques and testing mechanism for the final composite material. An air-to-air refuelling (AAR) system is very advantageous as it allows aircraft to save fuel by eliminating the need for landing and taking off with a full tank. However, it also has limitations. The materials used for fuel sealing (like Nitrile) is incapable of performing in conditions where temperature could go below -60Â°C. That is why fluorosilicone was selected for this project, as it is an excellent material with very good

Gian Carlo Langcauon gclangcauon@gmail.com 07477 165420 74

chemical resistance, sealing property and very low glass transition temperature which make it ideal for low temperature applications. However, due to its very low tear strength, it is not suitable for dynamic application. Therefore, materials such as Dyneema and Aramid Fibres, Graphene and Carbon Nano fibres were investigated with the hope to improve its properties by mixing these materials with Fluorosilicone in different ratio.

This project looks at determining the suitability of prolonged use of NickelTitanium endodontic files. The super-elastic properties of NiTi allow full recovery from deformation. Fatigue life is very unpredictable however, causing an increased risk of the file failing inside the tooth. The NiTiM3, a 4-point bending machine designed by previous students, analyses cyclic fatigue behaviour on the endodontic files. Various deflection on the files can be applied in order to imitate a realistic scenario; the machine is set up to cease as soon as the testing file fails. The NiTiM3 automatically reads the number of revolutions that the file has completed, at the set RPM, until failure; this helps provide an excellent comparison to reallife scenarios.

FEA analysis has also been employed, using ANSYS, in order to give a prediction on the performance of each file. The model has been set up to imitate that of the NiTiM3 so that a reasonable comparison can be made between the two. Hopefully, the findings from this project can lead to a better understanding of NiTi in dentistry and provide a solution to how this material is used.

Harrison McMann S4906595@Bournemouth.ac.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrison-mcmann +44 (0)7850 291268 75

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

FEA Analysis of Super-Elastic NiTi Endodontic file Instruments Used in Dentistry

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Anthropomorphic hand for universal grasping with single actuation

According to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Access Prostheticsâ&#x20AC;? there are over one million annual limb amputations globally. Aside this disadvantage, they struggle with a higher lifetime healthcare cost along with the high prices of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prosthetics. This project was created with the less fortunate people in mind. This prosthetic hand was created so it is accessible for anyone who has access to a 3D printer and a computer. It is designed so it can be easily printed on any 3D printer but look as human as possible for a very low price. With aesthetics, functionality and price as priorities, the prosthetic comes close to a human hand with over 15 degrees of freedom and a wide range of colour palette. The

Medin Meca medinmeca07@gmail.com +44 (0)7903 622085 76

ranges of motion follow the human biomechanics, assuring a firm grip. For an easier handling, the prototype has a novel differential system, providing individual finger movement for a wide range of grasps, with only one cable driven actuation. The material of choice is ABS but it can be easily replaced with other materials supported by the printer with similar properties.

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

How altering the virtual environment via human response improves Virtual Reality

This project delves into the idea of using human response to improve the experience within a virtual environment via the use of heart rate. This project is designed to help people who are unexperienced in virtual reality by monitoring their heart rate and suspend tense situations when their heart rate goes over a certain threshold, this is allow people to feel more confident when using VRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for leisure and will aid

those who arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t comfortable with using the device, this over time will help build a more friendly outlook on virtual reality and give a much wider audience the confidence to improve their virtual experience.

Callum Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor s5067475@bournemouth.ac.uk 07853 323113 77

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Dynamic analysis of Clifton Suspension Bridge using FEA and FSI simulation

Using accurate materials and scale, a model has been created to determine the behaviour of the bridge under various loading conditions. Running structural dynamic analysis can not only help determine mode shapes and resonance issues, but also underpin Fluid Structure Interaction studies. Bridges like CSB are flexible structures, making them susceptible to a variety of wind and load-induced instabilities. This project uses Solidworks to create a bridge model (scaled from engineering drawings), and ANSYS Workbench to run structural dynamic analysis. The effects different loading conditions have on the natural frequency of the structure is the focal point â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with previous research on the bridge utilised in updating the model

and validating the results. The frequency at which the bridge produces modal shapes, along with other data gathered in the simulation, will be used by the Department of Creative Technology at the Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust to produce a virtual reality-based interactive experience for visitors at the Clifton Bridge Museum â&#x20AC;&#x201C; providing a fun, safe and experimental way to learn about how Clifton Bridge deforms.

Aaron Papadopoulos s5064450@bournemouth.ac.uk www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-papadopoulos-836974171 07858 788966 78

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

‘Investigating ‘Z-wobble’ in 3D printed components by assessing structural integrity

Structural integrity in FDM 3D printing is an ever-expanding manufacture related issue, flooded with an expanse of variables that can influence it. A distinct lack of empirical evidence surrounding structural performance inspired investigation into the Z-Axis and its implications. The applications of FDM 3D printing continue to develop into existing markets and leading-edge sectors including automotive, aerospace and construction. Absence of rigorous standards and focused research for this new technology often halt thermoplastics being massproduced via this method. Utilising both destructive testing and non-destructive computational analysis, the structural strength vs Z-Axis height

was explored. Application of an industrial grade FDM printer (Fortus 360mc), tensile equipment and variational computational software, including ANSYS Workbench R3 and Solidworks 2019 helped compile results. Computational software aimed to verify results seen in destructive testing, manipulating material data sheets, elasticity matrices and ‘microscopic’ modelling, with the purpose of creating uniform results across both methods.

Jack Preston Jackpreston_@outlook.com www.linkedin.com/in/jack-preston-16ba3314b +44 (0)7734 445895 79

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Missile ejection at supersonic speeds

Fighter jets are required to release missiles from internal weapons bays at supersonic speeds. The dynamics involved in missile ejection can be studied using CFD. This project examines a number of parameters that are required for ensuring safe separation of a missile. There is very little published research regarding missile ejection from internal weapons bays. This knowledge gap is of significant importance when considering the increasing use of internal weapons bays on next-generation fighter jets. By developing a CFD model that is validated against experimental test data, the consequences of changing parameters such as aircraft velocity, ejection force, and ejection speed as they relate to safe

Abdul Rashid s4913315@bournemouth.ac.uk linkedin.com/in/ar-uk +44 (0)7435 955308 80

separation of a missile into the free stream can be quantified. This project also helps fulfil the UNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sustainable development goal for peace, as this information can be used to improve the capabilities of fighter jets used by NATO nations, enhancing the effectiveness of air power to deter hostile nations from conflict.

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Small-scale open-loop wind tunnel

Wind tunnels are a key element in aerodynamic validation with the 20th century seeing a wide range of building-sized constructions. Recently however, the need for smaller and more cost-effective designs has increased for academic institutions and in industry. This project involves the design of a high-quality desktop wind tunnel. The motivation for this is to create a fully functional design that can be used for educational purposes. As the aim is to reduce costs, it will make aerodynamic testing more accessible for everyone. This design will allow a smooth airflow to travel through it, simulating the movement of the object inside the test

region. The small-scale-design is portable and can fit on a normal-sized workbench, an approximation for the maximum overall dimensions are 2.5m L x 50cm H x 50cm W. If constructed, the design would allow for speeds over 100 mph to be recorded, allowing a wide range of aerodynamic phenomena to be demonstrated.

Zachary Searle z.searle@hotmail.com 07887 537054 81

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Wearable arm orthosis for reach and support

For my final year project, I designed an elbow orthosis. A review from the JNER found that current orthosis are not efficient, extremely costly and there are not many homebased elbow support. I saw this project as a way to tackle this issue and offer a solution to the patients who require it. My project was to design an elbow orthosis to enable patients with a paralysed elbow to actively support their flail am and assist in their rehabilitation. The design based on purely mechanical elements. The orthosis has a locking mechanism to enable the patient to retain the flail arm in four positions: one at a extended elbow position, another at 150º, one at 120º and final at a 90º elbow angle. The design ensures that patients

elbow is kept at a natural position to prevent further injury. The orthosis will be 3D printed using ABS as this can guarantee a lightweight, thin, comfortable and supportive orthosis, whilst keeping the cost low, corresponding to the UN Sustainable Development goals 3, 7, 10 and 12. 3D printing ensures that the orthosis is designed to fit the individual’s morphology and can be modified for each build.

Xheni Shaba s5070405@bournemouth.ac.uk xheni.shaba@live.co..uk 078954 155597 82

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

BA/BSc (Hons)

Product Design

Where are they now? Abigail Batley (class of 2017) has worked as a Design Engineer for Drilling Systems and a CAD Designer at Quadrant2Design. She is now a lead researcher for a BU HEIF funded project with the RNLI, which assesses the use of 3D printing for end use components. Her project was a sport specific prosthetic foot, specifically designed for para-badminton athletes.

Duration 3 years or 4 years with a 30-week placement Start date September UCAS Code BSc: H101 BA: W240 Entry requirements 104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels, or equivalent BTEC Extended Diploma DMM Accreditation Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) to fully meet the requirements for Registered Product Designer (RProdDes) registration

This hands-on degree will give you the skills and guidance you need to develop successful commercial products. The making of working prototypes from year one is something very unique to the Product Design courses offered by BU. You’ll be encouraged to take a creative and innovative approach to problem-solving, while also addressing the functional, social and economic needs of your design. You’ll learn all the practical skills necessary to work in the sector, as well as examining the theory behind product design so that, when you graduate, you’ll have a balanced view of the product development process to complement your practical experience.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

ComfyReads

Comfy Reads is an assistive device aimed at solving the problems caused by prolonged incorrect posture while reading in bed. These include upper back and neck pains, tension in the shoulders, arm numbness or constant change of positioning and general discomfort that could result in mild headaches. Many products currently on the market can assist in reading in bed by promoting a comfortable and correct posture, these can easily be obtained online or at mobility stores, but such products are generally not very attractive. Such products also donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hold your book or tablet for you, making them a lot less effective for long term use especially for older people or users with weak elbows or traps. Tablet holders are also sold at

Loucas Alexandrou loukas.alexandrou@gmail.com +44 (0)7568 463201 86

different gadget stores but do not work for books and also cannot assist the user with back posture at all. Comfy reads is designed around the user and combines the benefits of such products allowing the user to safely enjoy a comfortable and relaxing reading session while in bed for as long as they like without having to worry about having to hold their book or iPad.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Equi-Light

Every day in the UK there is, on average, one road incident involving a horse and rider. Most of these accidents occur due to drivers that are going too fast or too close past the horse. Equi-Light aims to make the horse more visible and give an indication for a safe passing distance. Equi-Light consists of a waterproof saddle pad and girth into which two light casings are mounted. The casing located at the back of the saddle pad contains rear facing lights that mimic brake and hazard lights. The casing that is located at the front on the underside of the girth, has a forward facing light that is similar to headlights and red high power LEDs that

shine out of the right side of the casing through a slot to create a line effect, which is projected onto the road. This projected light line is what indicates the safe passing distance to drivers. The lights are turned on and off via buttons that are in the back casing so that they are easily accessible to the rider.

Lea Bamberg lea.bamberg@shaw.ca +44 (0)7709 782965 87

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Smart-Store

Smart-Store provides a more secure and effective way for fresh produce to be delivered to your doorstep when you are not there to collect it. With society looking more towards environmentally friendly ways of living there has been a return to doorstep delivery schemes, such as milk bottles and fresh foods. The use of electric floats and non-plastic packaging allows for a smaller carbon footprint as well as making it easier for the elderly and less able to obtain the goods they need. The problem with doorstep deliveries is

Albert Beck bertie.beck@live.com +44 (0)7872 189207 88

that the goods are left out in the open for sustained periods of time, leaving them exposed to the elements and liable to theft. Smart-Store helps to protect your deliveries through the use of an insulated storage space with a code activated locking system. The discrete design allows the product to blend in with its surroundings and helps to deter opportunistic theft.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Aviator

The Aviator is a portable case for a small drum kit that can be used itself as the kick drum. Drawing inspiration from suitcase drum kits, the Aviator aims to reduce set-up time and simplify the gigging experience for drummers. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no secret that drum kits are notoriously large, difficult to transport, and require a long time to set up. In the past musicians have tried to solve this by using homemade â&#x20AC;&#x153;suitcase kitsâ&#x20AC;?. These suitcase kits use vintage suitcases to store all the components required for a small two-piece drum kit; the suitcase itself is then used as the kick drum.

While these are popular, they cannot be purchased and exist only as DIY solutions. The purpose of the Aviator is to provide both a container and a kick drum to be used in combination with a wide variety of existing drum equipment. Providing a purchasable alternative to suitcase kits that allows for players to use their own gear in a simple and intuitive way.

Timothy Bland s4605060@bournemouth.ac.uk or timbland1994@outlook.com timbland1994.wixsite.com/portfolio 07513 323324 89

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Rollax â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The stress and anxiety aid

Over the past year, over 74% of working professionals have felt so stressed they have been overwhelmed or unable to cope. Stress and anxiety are growing issues in society with many different triggers, one of the main ones being a high-pressure working environment. Rollax is simplistic product, designed to aid and reduce effects of stress. Prolonged stress can have both a mental and physical toll on people. By placing the product on your desk top the user can roll the aluminium ball in the palm of the hand to act as a grounding technique to help prevent anxiety spiralling, yet the user can also pick up the product to

use as a ball massager to massage away any muscle tension stress and anxiety can induce. Rollax has a wooden frame, inspired by the natural world, which can have positive psychological effects to help calm the user by bringing the outside in.

Nicholas Blois S5004664@bournemouth.ac.uk +44 (0)7794 465159 90

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

scented: table centre piece to encourage eating

scented is a product to encourage older people living in care homes to eat more. This reduces the risk of becoming malnourished, which can lead to serious health issues, such as a slower immune response. It also helps limit food waste, reducing the economic burden on healthcare services. One million older people in the UK suffer with malnutrition, 5% of which are in care homes, costing three or four times more than that of a non-malnourished individual. scented is an aesthetical, interactive table centre piece that integrates herbs and a diffuser, used by both residents and staff, which helps to combat this issue. The diffuser, activated by staff, releases certain scents for 35 minutes, such as vanilla and peppermint, through

essential oils, a fibre pad, and a small fan. This helps to stimulate hunger in residents by activating olfactory receptors, which releases ghrelin in the stomach, triggering hunger by sending a message to the hypothalamus. The product can then be rotated, and a variety of herbs can be picked off by the residents to add to their food for personalisation and flavour, which is a much healthier alternative to salt.

Lucy Bodley bodleylucy@yahoo.co.uk 07507 766681 91

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Bat-Aid: Helping batsmen improve their trigger movement and timing of the ball

Passion! The love Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got from coaching cricket and the love of playing the sport has driven me to help players develop and progress their technique to not only be better players, but also get as much enjoyment out of cricket as I do. Spending so much time in the nets, coaching and playing, has taught me how trigger movements and getting in the line of the ball are important fundamentals in cricket. It has also allowed me to recognise the issues that come with coaching these techniques. Bowling machines are heavily used in coaching batsmen to work on trigger movements and practise getting in the line of the ball. Through my own experience, I found that bowling machines donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t offer batsmen points to move from â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you can never quite

work out when the bowling machine is going to release the ball, making it hard for batsmen to work on technique and trigger movements My bowling machine eliminates this problem by utilising LEDs as a point of reference for batsmen to work out when the ball will be released. Using a relay switch housed in the ball feeder, it sends a signal to the LEDs to start switching on one at a time, mimicking a bowler getting closer to bowling a ball and when the final LED switches on, the ball is released.

Daniel Bowman danielbowman2609@gmail.com 07539 331292 92

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Re:mind: A visually stimulating relaxation cue

Worsened by today’s 24/7 society, parents’ overactive minds restrict their ability to fall asleep and sustain a good night’s sleep. To prevent sleepless nights, Re:mind generates light and movement, providing a daily reminder to parents of young children to relax before trying to sleep. Before light and technology, people gathered around campfires at night, telling stories and resolving issues. Modern days quickly go from day to night by the flick of a switch, without allowing time to settle before sleep. Re:mind promotes a behaviour change. It encourages families to commit time to relax before bed to avoid negative impacts of sleep deprivation. Activated by a user-controlled timer, warm light shines through gently rotating, rippled domes, which project a moving pattern onto

the organic form, drawing user’s focus away from technology. Recommended by sleep experts, engaging with this routine controls cognitive activity (which interferes with sleep) before your head hits the pillow. Through this project, I developed my interest in homewares and interiors and ignited my creativity, things I hope to progress in my future careers.

Nicola Buxton buxton.nic@gmail.com 07864 272627 93

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Active Sound Cancelling Sleep Headband

A recent study has shown that 40% of UK hospital patients are bothered by the levels of noise at night. This is a problem particularly on long stay hospital wards, and is causing patients to lose sleep, which can lead to increased pain sensitivity, high blood pressure and poor mental health. My product is a headband, which is designed to be taken to hospital for over night stays. It can be worn to help reduce the level of noise, allowing the user to sleep peacefully, or simply relax and read a book undisturbed. The headband incorporates both active and passive sound cancelling to reduce a range of high and low frequency sounds. It uses an athletic fabric which is highly breathable and comes in a range of colours allowing the user to somewhat

Philip Cassidy philipcassidy2019@gmail.com

customize the headband to their personality. The headband comes with two Velcro attachable ear cups, which each contain a removeable microphone and speaker, these interact with a sound inverting PCB that sits in a pocket on the upper arm. This product gives the user the ability to escape the manic environment, even just for a while and feel as if they are in their own personal space.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

HSM - Habitual Shield for Medication

H.S.M., Habitual Shield for Medication, empowers ground forces against dry eye disease (DED). 5% of personnel suffer ocular irritation and impairment, a prevalence of 16 million in the U.S. Ocular medicines require controlled storage, which the HSM provides in a compact space. Desert temperatures from 52ยบC to -12ยบC, harsh winds, intense UV light and lower hygiene risk medicine contaminations. The inability to store ocular medicines in the field is alleviated by the H.S.M. The device measures 156 x 82 x 142 mm, weighing just over a pound. Storage is maintained for at least three days by four standard NiMH AAAs, remaining robust, lightweight and compact enough to fit inside standard, modular, military pouches. Use of hardware in place of

software improves reliability and reduces development costs. Composite layers guard against physical knocks and scratches, energy inefficiency from conduction, convection and radiation, and against internal bacterial growth from possible humidification in wetter environments. Sealing prevents thermal and water leaks, and HDPE colouring empowers ASM STANDARD 595 Colours for military discretion.

Martin Chinn mchinn4designtech@gmail.com +44 (0)7903 344758 95

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Re-Cycling Lights

Re-Cycling Lights are a sustainable solution to everyday bike lights used by students/staff who cycle to the university campus. They are designed to be not only physically durable but also emotionally durable, and element of design for disassembly added to ensure it gets recycled easily at end of life. The BU2025 strategic plan places a great emphasis on enhancing BU’s position as a sustainable organisation. Travel by students/staff makes up a significant contribution to the university’s environmental footprint. To reduce this impact, the university promotes a Sustainable Travel Plan, which encourages students/staff to choose safe cycling. Each autumn when evenings get darker, the university hand out free sets of bike lights to students/staff cyclists to stay safe by being seen. Due to limited financial

Sarvesh Chitnis sarvesh_chitnis@yahoo.com 07552 638384 96

resources the lights distributed have several disadvantages making it a singleuse product, ending up on landfill much sooner than its designed for. To combat this issue, the Re-Cycling Lights aim to increase product longevity by promoting user-product relationship by its seethrough design, indicating honesty and integrity. Also, they’re made from recycled plastics and designed for disassembly allowing safe recycling at its end of life.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

DriveSafe

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a BSc (Hons) Product Design graduate, keen to pursue further experience within the design industry. Across university and a year in industry, I have developed valuable skills that will prove vital throughout my career varying from CAD to commercialisation, prototyping to mathematics. DriveSafe is a behaviour change water level detection device that provides motorists precious time to react before careering into dangerous levels of static flood water on a roads surface in areas that are prone to flooding. With ongoing variations in global climate, intense bouts of flooding are becoming more frequent in the UK, increasing the number of emergency vehicle recoveries from floodwater and putting financial

pressure on Highways England and Local Authorities. DriveSafe aims to provide needed relief to these agencies by being deployed on roads as part of local flood plan measures. It uses LED enhanced pictogram and signal warnings that respond to rising water levels to indicate to approaching motorists the depth of the floodwater, allowing them to assess the situation and act accordingly before itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too late.

Joe Cooper Joe_m_cooper@hotmail.com +44 (0)7949 648437 97

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

NEVE

NEVE is a radio communications device designed to be worn on the upper arm by skiers and snowboarders. With a clear and easy to use interface, NEVE makes keeping in contact with your friends or rescue services easier and more accessible in the event of an accident or getting lost. Communication is vital when skiing or snowboarding, and the speed at which a person can reach out and contact someone is just as important, especially during an accident or in challenging conditions. NEVE is designed to overcome these issues by attaching to the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upper arm which allows for clear, immediate communication for all skiers and snowboarders. Created to fit the natural curve of the upper arm, NEVEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s housing

William Cullum williamcullum@me.com 07969 798719 98

is not only designed to be comfortable, but also to withstand high speed impacts without failure. The interface aims to be as easy to read as possible while on the move, with understandable icons and a bold colour scheme which opposes the natural colours of the winter environment. NEVE features a PMR446 radio system which has a special SOS feature, powered by a 1000mAh Nickel Hydride battery, providing all day battery life.

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Greenspace

I am a Product Designer from Bournemouth University. My years at BU and AUB have moulded me to become a well-rounded designer with a passion to keep improving, currently focussing on continuing my design career with particular interests in 3D modelling, innovative product and graphic design. Gardening and allotment space is decreasing, while plant-based eating is rapidly rising in popularity. Greenspace has been designed to help supplement the issues users have when trying to grow their vegetation at home. A hydronic design with a simple interface informs the user about optimal growing conditions, allowing rich edible plants to supplement meals every six weeks, indoors all year round. Eliminating the common problems of cultivating

vegetation often experienced by home growers, while at the same time saving up to 80% more water than traditional methods. A constant rotation of the plants not only benefits from a more spaceefficient form but imitates movement to strengthen the plant. With the ability to sustain a more healthy lifestyle, Greenspace aims to assist in the momentum of a healthier more sustainable lifestyle for the public.

Daniel de Garis danieljamesdegaris@gmail.com +44 (0)7781 446128 99

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Pulsate: Reducing homesickness in the military

I am a young enthusiastic designer with a creative perspective on modern day problem solving. I have a wide interest in electronics and programming PCBs. I look forward to taking my skills into industry and I am keen to develop them further. My project focuses on the reduction of homesickness and emotional stress for military personnel being deployed away from home. There is some negative stigma surrounding mental health issues in the military branches and the majority of people are ashamed of admitting to feelings of anxiety or depression. Current research supports that feeling or hearing a heartbeat, incorporated in Music Therapy, soothes some patients in hospitals. Tactile products have continued

to flourish in this section of the industry. I took all these factors into consideration while designing Pulsate. Pulsate aims to calm the user down, by offering a rhythmic distraction from their negative feelings, by recreating the feeling of a heartbeat to provide a soothing focus point. It has three modes for different emotions/ activities (resting, excited and sleeping heartbeats).

Sophia Dunne sophiadunne1@gmail.com s5002093@bournemouth.ac.uk 07964 825092 101

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PaceRunner â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Paralympic racing tricycle

PaceRunner is an innovative piece of premium sporting equipment to be used in a sport known as RaceRunning. RaceRunning encompasses both sprinting and marathon elements for athletes competing at Paralympic and elite level who suffer from cerebral palsy and other movement disorders. While existing designs support the user and allow for increased mobility, they are heavy and difficult to propel for athletes with low muscle mass. PaceRunnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s composite monocoque construction minimises weight by over 9 kg saving 2.87 seconds over a 100m distance against the world-record-holding structure. Composite construction and custom axles reduce deflection in high power transfer areas by half, while engineered flex creates vertical compliance, to promote vibration damping for a more

Adam Durrant adamdurrant98@gmail.com +44 (0)7413 795483 102

comfortable ride for daily training and longer distances. PaceRunner possesses 75% lower rolling resistance and exhibits a 42% lower drag co-efficient, saving 3.59 watts compared to the market leader. Due to the variety and severity of disabilities, PaceRunner has an abundance of integrated adjustment for optimum fit. PaceRunner is the future of Paralympic racerunning; get in touch if you have any questions!

Aimed at females aged 16-24 who are on the autistic spectrum, Serene aims to create a coping method for sensory overload caused by auditory stimuli. With a further goal to help to reduce the stress and anxiety caused by sensory overload in the long term. Serene uses active noise cancellation which can be adjusted to give the user some control over the auditory stimuli which they encounter. The product detects ambient noise which is then used to create an auditory signal which cancels out the ambient noise.

isolation of the user as it makes it more difficult to interact with others. Serene, on the other hand, has the ability to detect and play speech meaning that the user can interact with others and are less likely to become socially isolated by using the product.

One of the main issues with alternatives such as earplugs is that they block out all noise which can lead to the social

William Eltringham will.eltringham.is@gmail.com 07950 576010 103

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Serene - A coping method for sensory overload

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MirrorMe

MirrorMe looks to support people with dementia to improve their oral hygiene and retain the ability to clean their own teeth as their condition progresses. The key points my product utilises are mirroring of actions, human interaction and focusing attention. People with dementia have a high rate of tooth decay and gum disease. Currently 56% of residential care homes in the UK said they do not have an oral care policy.

acts as a cue between staff and resident to encourage the resident to mimic the staffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actions and be able to clean their teeth themselves.

From primary research with an oral care expert I found that when an individual cleans their own teeth the quality of oral hygiene is improved. This is in comparison to what currently occurs in care homes, where the staff cleans the residentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teeth for them. This inspired my product, which

In addition to improving the quality of oral care this has been proven to aid dementia care home residents in the moderate and moderate-severe stages to re-learn actions. A red light is also utilised at the base of the frame to focus the residentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention.

Sam Faragher sam.faragher@ntlworld.com 07581 165613 104

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Natural pest control on agricultural farmland

PERCH offers a unique and environmentally friendly solution to removing insect pest populations from agricultural farmland. The product amalgamates a birdhouse with a self-contained water feeder aimed at encouraging insectivorous birds onto organic farmland by creating a safe, incentivising habitat for the birds to feed on farmland pests. Farmlands are becoming increasingly sub-par at meeting the requirements for farmland birds to inhabit. Rapid changes in farmland management have caused a reduction of hedgerows of up to 50% since WW2. The loss of hedgerows resulted in a decrease of farmland birds due to loss of habitat. However, birds can be encouraged back if more suitable habitats are provided. The targeted

beneficial birds have distinct needs that can be met to deliver effective incentivisation. PERCH provides suitable incentives and a robust nesting area to offer a better habitat than other nesting environments. If agricultural farmers can utilise biological control to reduce pests, we can move towards more natural, sustainable farming.

Daniel Ferris Ferris2798@gmail.com +44 (0)7948 806044 105

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ARROW- Quantifiably optimised RaceRunner for competitive advantage

ARROW has been designed and engineered to be the next step in high performance RaceRunning and provide a competitive edge at professional level. Demonstrating key advancements in frame rigidity, user aerodynamics, acceleration and more; with the aim to push the sport to Paralympic level. RaceRunning is a para athletic sport for those who suffer from balance impairment disabilities such as cerebral palsy, with their RaceRunner providing them with stability as they run on the track. With increased exposure at the 2019 world para athletics in Dubai, many have made the case for the sport to be include in the Paralympic games. However, the design has not changed since 1991; holding back the sportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progression. ARROW has been designed to push the boundaries of the current design

Jack Fletcher jackfletcher98@outlook.com +44 (0)7767 357189 106

and make quantifiable improvements to increase performance; highlighting the sportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s potential. This includes an approximate 8kg weight saving, 3.3 second saving in 0 to 60m acceleration, 3.271 watt saving through aerodynamic improvement and 60% reduction in rolling resistance. Also, customisable ergonomics for improved balance between comfort and running stance.

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Inutek

80% of all e-waste in the UK is either sent to landfill or to another country where it can cause various adverse health effects. Inutek is a model phone emulation that addresses the disconnect between secondary school students, their technology and the its effect on the environment. Research shows that 70% of students are uninformed when it comes to e-waste. Inutek aims to support teachers less confident in teaching this subject, making it more accessible. The kit is given to students in normal lesson time where: 1. They explore the labelled components and their respective materials together in a student-led activity. 2. The labels direct students and teachers to research about these materials as well as their effect on health, the

environment and resource depletion. This links components in their smartphones to impactful and emotive information, thus bridging the gap between students and the true effects of their technology. Some of these research prompts are directly related to the national curriculum to support and build upon studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; exam knowledge. 3. Students then participate in group discussion to consolidate their comprehension.

Matthew Flint s5082725@bournemouth.ac.uk 07757 794257 107

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Neovis: A sustainable power generator for mountaineers

Mountaineers travel with more electronic gadgets than ever before. Climbers can often face a lack of access to power in remote locations to recharge these devices for numbers of days at a time. Cold temperatures, however, are a big challenge & drain these electrical products quickly of their battery life. Neovis is designed as a sustainable power generator for mountaineers on the go. It can generate and provide electricity to the user through the power of moving. Neovis uses electromagnetic induction technology to detect vibrational movements of the mountaineer, generating into power stored in an integrated Ni-MH battery. It can then be used to charge small electronic devices such as Mobile phones, GPS and GoPros. Neovis can be attached to the exterior

of backpacks with adjustable clip. It has been designed for mountaineers, however, there are no limitations for the product to be used by all outdoor enthusiasts. Moving is power. About me: A final year BSc (Hons) Product Design student with a yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience of Design and Engineering at Bosch Lawn & Garden. I am eager to apply a creative & practical knowledge in a professional environment to develop skills and further express design ideas effectively.

Shannon Gammell S4808883@bournemouth.ac.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-gammell-20bb98142/ 07894 517926 108

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An Efficient Crop Dryer for Small-scale Farmers in Nigeria

Crop drying is one of the factors why Sub-Saharan Africa loses around 30 million tonnes of grains and oilseeds each year. The most critical factors in successful crop storage is moisture content. In Nigeria this is difficult as their main crop, Maize, is harvested during the rainy season. The solution is a product that houses the grain while it is being dried to protect it against moisture gain, rodents and birds, and uses forced air to speed up the drying process. The product is comprised of a simple wooded frame with mild steel corner brackets. Uprights from the corner brackets hold three layers of hessian where the grain is spread. The product is designed to be easy to construct with as little tools as possible as it will be

delivered to the user flat packed. A handle and wheels have been added to allow easy transportation between farms as it is designed as a communal dryer. The forced air is provided with four 5v fans which push air through ductwork which passes through the grain. These are powered by a power bank and charged by a 30watt solar panel. The whole product is protected from the rain with a tarpaulin cover.

William Giles williamgiles250@gmail.com 07867 755214 109

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Produce Protector - Tomato

I’m a product designer with a keen interest in blending the technological and humanistic aspects of design. The skills developed at BU and my placement have enabled me to fulfil my personal interests and I hope to continue this in a future career. In Nigeria from farm to fork, up to 50% of tomatoes are being lost, much of that through distribution. Current methods use soft shell woven baskets, these squash the tomatoes along with reducing aeration and causing bacteria to grow. ‘Produce Protector - Tomato’ is a solution to these baskets. It can be stacked and nested for transportation. Aeration holes help to remove harmful gases and provide airflow. A Kraft paper liner removes excess moisture. An ethylene reduction sachet helps to extend the shelf life.

The HDPE body has been iteratively designed to ensure the product will fulfil its function. Plastic will enable ease of cleaning and negate bacterial growth. All these together protect the tomatoes, extending the shelf life by 50%. The product will benefit all the supply chain actors and give much needed food security to the local communities.

Rowan Gillingham-Harris RGH_98@Outlook.com +44 (0)7969 925556 110

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Automatic Hand Sanitiser Dispenser

This product aims to improve upon the performance of existing hand sanitiser dispensers found within hospitals by reducing user error and enabling enhanced application. This is achieved by ensuring there is 100% coverage of the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hands with sanitiser. It is commonly recognised that there is a lack of appropriate hand hygiene worldwide, posing significant health risks when in a hospital environment. Mid-way through the course of the academic year there was the global Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic. This healthcare emergency has highlighted the importance of effective hand hygiene practices; not just in hospitals but in general day to day life. Dispensers are intended to be used by both staff and public, to help reduce the spread of infections.

The most significant issue with current dispensers is that users are expected to rub the sanitiser onto their hands themselves, which results in a high likelihood that there will be areas missed, or they do not apply enough to their hands in the first place. This product can mitigate this risk. When the user places their hands inside the device a measured dose of sanitiser is sprayed onto the entirety of the surface of the hands thus ensuring that optimum application has been provided.

Tom Gillmore tomhgillmore@gmail.com s4903805@bournemouth.ac.uk 07512 931010 111

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Goat offspring incubation device

A keen problem solver with an eye for perfection, I have learned a variety of skills and gained lots of experience on my course. Design will always be the area I want to work in, and I am looking to enter the world of product design. Designed to provide an affordable and sustainable option to decrease the mortality rate of goats in low income countries. The farming of goats has gained popularity in countries such as India with little innovation for products that help these low-income countries, my device tries to tackle this. A safe and automated device which can monitor and alter the temperature of the incubator using a unique heating system

Diego Gouveia diegohgouveia@gmail.com 07436 850813 112

and sensors. Having a vast amount of parts being made to be recycled, it was designed to be sustainable and affordable for the target market by using locally sources materials. With the current survival rate of goats past the age of six months at 60%, this device is aimed to increase that to a minimum of 80% with a sanitized environment, efficient ventilation and protection from diseases and bacteria from the herd.

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Water purification for dairy cattle in Uganda

In Uganda, 78% of the population works in agriculture, 90% of these are farmers rearing cattle for milk production. Cattle are herded to different areas each day to graze and drink water, usually from ponds and rivers. These water sources are often contaminated and can cause future problems for the cows. Dairy cattle need 100 litres of water every day which is where they get 88% of their total nutrient intake. However, dairy cattle can detect offensive odours and taste in water, so if they are drinking from a water source that is contaminated with dust and parasites, they may refuse to drink enough water. This can reduce their milk production, reproduction and growth, which impacts the farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s income.

The product uses a centrifugal pump which is powered by a Sealed Lead-Acid battery. While that battery is being used, another battery is being charged via four connected solar panels. The solar panels remain shut and fan out when needed. The contaminated water flows through a filter of reusable stainless steel meshes and polypropylene felt fabric as small as 1 micrometre, producing clean water for the cattle to drink.

Lucy Griffin lucy.griffin2@btinternet.com 07857 573928 113

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Ship Stability Training Aid

Around the world, fire and rescue services deliver marine firefighting courses to firefighters. Ship stability is a vital part of this training, however, there are no suitable training aids that give an accurate visual representation of the effect of firefighting water on a burning vessel. This product is an aid to assist firefighters learning about the effects of their firefighting water on a burning vessel, specifically how that water can affect a ships stability. This training aid allows full interactive freedom for the instructor and the learning firefighters and can demonstrate the main principles of ship stability which are; List, loll and free surface effect. These principles will be demonstrated through the use of water pumped into

compartments on the vessel, of which there are 5 water compartments on this training aid. Each one can be filled and drained using a single water pump, controlled by buttons on the top of the vessel. This product also includes its own carry case which not only holds the vessel in place securely during transit, but also holds the water in which the vessel will float on during training demonstrations.

Daniel Hawkins danlahawkins@outlook.com www.linkedin.com/in/danlahawkins 07474 739595 114

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Bottle Cell â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Small artisanal fishing boat safety aid

Bottle Cell is designed to give up to 4 fishers of Lake Victoria an affordable and sustainable alternative to other buoyancy aids, which are seen as bulky and expensive. It uses locally sourced and recycled materials, combined with local construction methods, to give fishers essential lifesaving equipment. Over a two-year period, 86 unique drowning deaths were recorded on Lake Victoria, with 81% of these deaths being males who drowned whilst fishing. These unnecessary and avoidable deaths occur due to lack of affordable safety equipment aboard their small unstable craft. With the potential to save the fishers from drowning for a fraction of the cost of current solutions implemented on the lake. Bottle Cell aims to increase their

chances of survival if they fall overboard, or the boat itself capsizes by aiding them to float indefinitely before they are recovered from the water. Bottle Cell uses recycled bottles tied into a bright fabric sleeve and secured with rope to give 180 Newtons of buoyancy which can float four fishers maximum or 1 with no swimming ability. The aid is given to the communities as an instruction booklet to be manufactured locally.

Chris Hitchcock c.hitchcock@live.com 07754 480123 115

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Buddy Talk: A vocal communication device for scuba divers

Buddy Talk is a new method of vocal communication for scuba divers while underwater. It has been designed to assist the instructor and aid with the students’ knowledge transfer during underwater exercises. Buddy Talk is fully operational with one hand and sentences can be understood over 25 meters! Currently divers are limited to visual cues like hand signals or torches which can fail. Communication is critical when training students who are unaware of risks, this will increase the safety and speed up the acquisition of new skills. Buddy Talk attaches directly to the existing demand regulator meaning no extra equipment or weight is carried.

Katie Holt k.anne.holt5@gmail.com +44 (0)7547 650482 116

The unit expands allowing you to talk into an air pocket. It is possible to dive with Buddy talk in the collapsed, ‘standby’ state, but it is ready for use when required. Buddy Talk will not affect the standard training, but will contribute by providing an effective teaching technique. The product has been designed to be modular allowing the components to easily be separated to facilitate cleaning and repair.

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em-Brace: a fibre reinforced, stabilising system for child spinal defects.

A lack of funding in low-income countries in east Africa is the fundamental barrier to locals having specialist equipment to meet the needs of disabled children. em-Brace aims to help children who suffer from permanent impediments whilst promoting community production. Research into existing medical aids in developed and developing regions, identified the need for different types of equipment for posterior support of a child with spinal defects such as Cerebral Palsy. Currently the UK uses various braces to prevent further defects and injury. The project identified a lack of affordable equipment for mobility impediments in developing regions. The design solution provides a positive posterior and focuses

on creating stability of the body. The design is simple making considerations to the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial difficulties. emBrace provides a 5 to 8-year-old disabled child access to a locally sourced, threepiece system which provides support and comfort. At an affordable price, it will improve their quality of life and empower them into education. This project was inspired by my time spent volunteering on a design project in Uganda.

Amber Howell amzhowell19@gmail.com 07531 252456 117

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Student shopper

A shopping bag that will meet every studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs. The student shopper is an eco-friendly shopping bag that can be switch between a tote bag, backpack and shoulder bag. With the lower section lined to keep your refrigerator items cool till you make it back home. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;In their second annual study of plastic use by UK supermarkets, Greenpeace and campaigning charity the Environmental Investigation Agency conclude the rising sales of bags for life mean they are used as a disposable option by many customers. Many supermarkets have stopped selling 5p single-use bags altogether in favour of stronger 10p bags, which are intended to be reused.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; (BBC, 2019)

a waste product, second-hand clothing and reusing them to create the body of the bag. While the handles and adjustable strap are made from a recycled polyester webbing. There are internal dividers to separate produce foods from other items as well internal compartments and bottle/ tin holders.

The student shopper is an eco-friendly alternative that helps to reduce plastic waste. The bag is created by taking

Whitney Idowu s4918088@bournemouth.ac.uk 07712 224295 118

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“Keep Drummin” rehabilitation device

The use of drumsticks exposes musicians to a degree of vibration and consistent wrist flexing that causes serious health problems such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Over 100,000 people in the UK are diagnosed a year. It causes weakness in the hand with grip, numbness and pain. “Keep Drummin” Rehabilitation device holds the user’s wrist in a neutral position whilst drumming to help elevate their condition. The drumstick sleeve allows the user to play in a Traditional and Matched drumming style grip. Holding the drumstick in a secure position without having to apply a lot of pressure. Lycra mesh material for a cool breathable drumming experience; synthetic rubber for a firm grip and cotton polyester to

give a sturdy wrist strap, these are to keep the users wrist neutral and give them user the requirements to continue to play without causing further damage to their wrists. This product gives drummers a sense of reassurance that they won’t harm themselves further and that they can continue with their passion irrespective of CTS.

Benjamin Jean-Jacques s4902633@bournemouth.ac.uk benjaminjj8@gmail.com 07891 691229 119

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Sensory Vocal Aid

Designing to make a difference is what I am highly passionate about. It gives me a sense of accomplishment, a drive to work hard. Learning Product Design gave me the opportunity to explore different genres of problem-solving techniques. I am looking forward to my future in product design. About nine million of the UK population is estimated to be hard of hearing. Hearing loss is the third most common disability in the whole world. Deaf people do not view their inability to hear as a disability, so why do the rest of the world need to view their hearing inability as a disability. Music is often seen as a hearing activity, but do you know, music is much more than just hearing to different sets

of frequency perfectly orchestrated? It is about sensations and emotions that are provoked by a single note. Even though the deaf cannot hear all music perfectly, it does not mean they cannot create music, especially using their vocals. The Sensory Vocal Aid helps the deaf to identify pitches, so they can learn to sing perfectly in tune.

Shinimol Jebamony sjproductdesigning@gmail.com 07411 346635 120

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Fortis: Vinyl Record Transportation

The careful handling and storing of phonographic vinyl records (PVR) has always been an on-going battle for all PVR consumers and collectors. Fortis is a vinyl record carrying solution that has been designed to carry up to forty-five vinyl records, whilst including on the road essentials. The brief necessitated the design and production of a solution that can reliably meet the rapidly growing sector of vinyl record sales for both professional and enthusiast consumption. Common usage problems from existing products include handles breakages, wheels loosening and material or zip failure. In addition, there are fundamental transportation limitations, which primarily originate from the use in aeroplanes with that provide cabin baggage space at a premium.

The primary function of this product is to enable the user to transport thirty-nine 12â&#x20AC;? vinyl records, six 7â&#x20AC;? vinyl records, one 13â&#x20AC;? laptop and two memory sticks, whilst ensuring that the contents is protected from external environmental factors experienced in Airports and baggage handling systems. Therefore, this product is required to meet strict air travel specifications for the use inside the hold of an aircraft, whilst adhering to strict performance specifications.

Thomas P. Jenkins legacyhero@hotmail.co.uk +44 (0)7974 625381 121

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ARCTREK: Preventing drinking water freezing in sub-zero temperatures.

My project aims to promote regular hydration among winter hikers and snow sport enthusiasts. The solution is Arctrek, a bottle which maintains its contents temperature above freezing in environments as low as -20°C. This allows the user to keep it accessible even in harsh conditions. Hydration plays an important role in maintaining coordination and cognitive ability during physical activity. Winter hikers must prevent their drinking water from freezing, usually by keeping a bottle under layers of insulation that discourage regular hydration. Arctrek incorporates 6mm thick insulation within the bottle itself and an 18W heating element powered by a lithium-ion battery. The bottle can hold 800ml of fluid and maintain its temperature above 8°C

for 4 hours in -20°C conditions on a single charge. This allows Arctrek to be stored confidently by the user in an accessible place, promoting more regular hydration. Close attention has also been given to the bottle’s aesthetics. Its shape and texture ensure Arctrek is comfortable in hand with or without winter gloves. While its colour scheme provokes feelings of warmth and stands out against its environment.

Niall Kelleher niallkell@outlook.com www.linkedin.com/in/niall-kelleher-11a5b7151 07957 791809 122

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arii - Couples vibrator

arii is a vibrator designed to be inclusive of users with spastic cerebral palsy and their needs. Promoting communication through bodily exploration and taking the focus away from penetrative sex, arii is an accessible way to reduce the pleasure gap experienced by women with and without disability. 52% of women with cerebral palsy view spasticity as a key obstacle to sexual intercourse. Stiffness, fatigue and impaired manual ability all create barriers to effective self-pleasure and clitoral stimulation during coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play. arii aims to tackle these obstacles by giving the user the tools to take control of her own sexual pleasure. Designed to be used in a partnered setting, the user has full control over the strength of vibration

via remote whilst communicating with her partner about her stimulation and desires. Varying thicknesses of body-safe silicone create different sensations on the body, encouraging the couple to explore, integrating the product into their foreplay. The vibratorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legs rotate down and fit between the labia major and minora to provide direct, hands-free clitoral stimulation.

Bethan Jones bethjonesproductdesign@gmail.com https://www.behance.net/bethanjone0152 07940 910786 123

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Encouraging the adoption of wearing wrist protectors in the skateboard community

Vamguard wrist guards are discreet ultra-light form fitted impact protectors with a shock absorbent padding. Inspired by running shoe technology they enable skaters to retain their natural range of motion whilst reducing the likely hood of palm abrasions and Scaphoid fractures. In skateboarding the wearing of protective equipment – helmets, knee pads and wrist guards has traditionally been limited. Due to increases in popularity and faster speeds this has led to a direct rise in injuries. Hand and wrist injuries are the most common accidents that can occur when skateboarding, as instinctively we outstretch our hands when we fall. Vamguards are constructed from neoprene and polyurethane with air pockets to protect and cushion the rider

from bruising, sprains and wrist damage. The strong yet flexible shock absorbent pad provides damage control for palms and wrists and the low-cut backless design allows airflow keeping hands cool. This “must have” apparel ensures the rider is comfortable, relaxed and confident when riding and I hope to encourage the wearing of protective equipment within the skateboarding community.

Harry Jones Jonesh1998@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/hjrj_designs/ 07496 001195 124

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Compose

‘Compose’ calms the symptoms of Musician’s Dystonia through sensory retraining; a proven method to improve dexterity and motor control. Designed to fit into a musician’s existing 15-minute warm up, the product stimulates select hand muscles to strengthen the harmony between mind and body. Musician’s Dystonia (or Task-Specific Focal Dystonia) is a neurological condition affecting over 600,000 instrument players in the UK and USA, most commonly pianists. Symptoms include shaking, cramping, and abnormal postures in the fourth and fifth fingers of the right hand. ‘Compose’ has been designed to accommodate diverse hand sizes and ensure the best combination of comfort and simplicity to give the user a positive, effective warm up experience to calm the symptoms of Musician’s Dystonia.

The device targets the Abductor Pollicis Brevis muscle in the thumb, vibrating to replicate feelings of movement to the muscles, reorganising the sensory responses of the hand. The product has been designed working closely with physiotherapists who believe rehabilitation strategies aimed at facilitating this proprioceptive technique can be incredibly beneficial.

Sarah Jones sarah.jones367@yahoo.co.uk https://www.behance.net/sarahjones2954 07712 459080 125

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KMKY - Self development game for children with dyslexia

Knowing Me Knowing You is a primary school classroom based physical activity game, designed to help children improve their self esteem. Through forming and giving individual opinions, KMKY gives children the opportunity to let their peers know who they are and discover common interests. Research found that individuals with learning differences develop a negative self perception, this is also linked to depressive tendencies, low self esteem, anxiety and suicidal behaviours. With social acceptance being pivotal in a child’s life, being able to share interests in a judgement-free space becomes so important. The aim of KMKY is to collect as many disk’s as you can, these are won

Zac Laschok zmlaschok@gmail.com @laschokdesign 07521 707865 126

when a player succeeds in getting the ball in the goal and answering a question, also through active participation. With the help of primary school teachers, SENCo’s, adults with dyslexia and a child development psychologist, the set of playful questions have been developed to help draw out opinions and provoke wonderment. Together let’s leave no child left behind.

India is undergoing a drinking water crisis. Currently, government water trucks and wells are the only source of drinking water in rural India. This project focuses on providing a low cost, sustainable solution to help the rural population have access to safe drinking water. The stress on the government to provide safe drinking water to rural areas is at an all-time high. The RHP is here to alleviate some of the stress off the government and residents of rural India by providing a sustainable, low maintenance way of water collection and filtration. The RHP collects rainwater using a large funnel, filters it it using Biosand and then the safe drinking water is stored in another larger water drum until itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needed. It can

be made from repurposed water drums, for sustainability and low cost. During monsoon season, the rural population will not need to worry about queuing up for an hour every morning to get drinking water from government water trucks or collecting from the dwindling supply of groundwater from communal wells. During dry periods dirty river water can be poured into the funnel for cleaning too.

Connor Launder connorlaunder1@gmail.com 07913 846218 127

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

(RHP) Rainwater Harvesting Product for rural India

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WARM: LP - vinyl record and accessories transporter

I am an aspiring young design graduate who is looking forward to using the skills and knowledge I have gained at BU, throughout my degree, to help me progress and improve my design ability in industry. WARM: LP is a vinyl record and music accessory transporter designed for Warm Agency and their represented artists. Poole based music agency Warm expressed an ongoing concern with their represented artists and the current transportation products that they use. Expressing design issues with handles becoming loose, trolley wheels breaking/ snapping and not being able to take additional accessories or 7â&#x20AC;? records to name a few design issues.

Scott Law scottylaw100@gmail.com 07927 292898 128

WARM: LP allows Warms represented artists to transport up to 60 records with additional space for 7â&#x20AC;? records and any larger accessories in the Lid. WARM: LP includes two accessory storage compartments that can be easily removed for the user to hold whichever accessories they require, due to the variation in compartment sizes. WARM: LP comes fitted with a conveyor roller to evenly distribute weight load and a telescopic handle for easy transport.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

3DPrintSafe

Over the last five years, resin printing has become massively popular, with more than 50,000 printers being bought last year. This product aims to improve the safety and usability of these printers in the household while also producing a higher quality final product. Introducing 3DPrintSafe. This product solution includes a complete enclosure in which the user would set up their device. Once sealed the product utilises a two-stage filter to ensure that none of the fumes emitted from the resin printer do not harm the user. The product also maintains a constant climate to ensure the best quality print consistently. Along with this my product also includes a wash/cure stations which cleans any

uncured resin of the parts, Then after the part has been cleaned the cleaning bucket can be removed and it can be used as a curing station that utilises 405nm LED lights to cure the parts and a heated fan to dry off any residue. All this produces parts that are a lot stronger, and cleaner while keeping the user safe from any chemicals emitted from the process.

Stephen Lee Stephen.lee13@hotmail.co.uk 07846 721815 129

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Wavves

According to BEAT ~ 1.25 million people in the UK have an eating disorder, the majority of which are young women. The common combination of an eating disorder and alexithymia, an inability to identify and describe emotions, makes anxious situations increasingly hard to deal with. One scenario that causes anxiety for ED sufferers is that of public social eating, such as a restaurant with friends. Wavves is a tool for young women to discretely aid emotional management using the BLAST ÂŽ Technique. The product delivers an alternating vibration to the wrists to reduce anxious symptoms by stimulating both hemispheres of the brain. Multiple vibration patterns mean the user can choose the best mode for them, allowing as much control as possible.

Janine Levett janinelevett@gmail.com 07963 248240 130

The wristlets have been designed for maximum customisation. By changing out the base the user can switch out between a watch or bracelet style, and can even use their own straps due to the universal compatibility. With Wavves a user is able to fully express themselves while being able to manage their anxieties in a way where they are fully in control.

With growing financial pressure on NHS, there is a struggle to provide care for the resulting issues associated with stress. Har-moni helps the user to proactively combat short term manifestations of stress among 16-24 year olds through encouraging more time for relaxation. My research told me that commonly, people of this demographic think highly of taking baths as a method of relaxing to reduce stress, however, creating the right atmosphere can be difficult with the bright white lights found in most bathrooms. With Har-moni, there is no more need for bathroom candles to bring the right mood. Har-moni light is used to create

warm, relaxing, spa-like environments in the comforts of your own home. Har-moni focuses on both the body and mind through both atmosphere and physical state. Har-moni includes a pulsing light function to encourage controlled breathing and induce relaxation of both the body and mind.

Christian Lloyd christixnlloyd@gmail.com www.christixnlloyd.co.uk +44 (0)7703 357187 131

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Har moni - Create relaxing spa-like environments in the comfort of your own home

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Tactile Soundscape: Feel the environment

Tactile Soundscape gives hearing-impaired video game players the ability to determine the direction of sound within a game environment. Tactile Soundscape translates the direction of the sounds in the game through haptic drivers creating a 180° sound map. Tactile Soundscape addresses disabling hearing loss of gamers who play first and third person shooter video games. This disability makes it more difficult to play these video games as they heavily rely on sounds to give the player spatial awareness. Without the ability to utilise these sounds, it becomes more challenging to play and compete with others. Tactile Soundscape levels the playing field creating a more inclusive gaming experience.

Gregory Lutman gregorylutman91@gmail.com 07757 741133 132

This product enables the user to perceive the sound in five directions by triggering a combination of three haptic drivers situated on the shoulders and the back. Tactile Soundscape is easy to set up with its “plug and play” intuitive style and is designed to retain the players freedom of movement. The product is also available in a range of colours allowing the users to express their style.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Hero Signal (A children’s tailored buoyancy aid)

91% of deaths in low to middle income countries is caused by drowning, due to young children in Asia riding in dangerous water commercial travel (e.g. small boats). To prevent this, I designed an inexpensive, quicker and safer buoyancy aid for children 7-13 years old. Hero Signal is a superhero-themed buoyancy aid that relates to the user and keeps them safe, inexpensively. Based on two superheroes I created, they wear and promote the aid in a relatable way to the users. Said product is designed to let the user show their ‘signal’ to others. It shows where they are, whilst giving the feel of safety, happiness and especially trust.

and contains EFP30 polyethylene closed cell foam. Using this with gaiters nylon material, it is both the perfect fit for this buoyancy aid. All that is needed is to put the arms and head through the holes, put on the clips and adjust as needed. It is stored in a plastic carrier with a comic book that has easy instructions.

As mentioned, drowning deaths are due to dangerous water travel. With this easy aid, it is quicker to put on as it’s not bulky

Bernadette Macanlalay bernadetteagnesm@aol.com 07988 445187 133

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Auto Flirt Pole Wheelchair Toy For Dogs

Auto Flirt Pole Wheelchair Toy For Dogs has been designed for consumers that are in a wheelchair and have limited function in their muscles. The purpose of the product is to aid the physical and mental stimulation of the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assistance dog. Auto flirt pole wheelchair toy for dogs focuses on enabling individuals in a wheelchair to play and have fun with their dog while reducing the strain it would have on them otherwise. This product is designed for working dogs otherwise known as assistance dogs that are highly trained but nevertheless still require playtime like any other dog. This product is a fun method of stimulating the dog by the use of natural behaviours similar to foraging and

hunting. This is achieved by an electronic ball with a specialised electronic design featuring a geared motor to simulate the behaviour of a fleeing animal. The design includes an outer shell for treat insertion and distribution whilst the product rotates, a telescopic rod with a rope for control and retrieval of the ball and special design features to ensure the safety of the user.

Wiktoria Marzec s5005539@bournemouth.ac.uk 07956 215602 134

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

AURA

Around 800 house fires are caused every year by candles. AURA offers a safe alternative to candles by providing a mesmerising light effect and filling the room with your favourite scented oils, to provide all the benefits a candle provides with none of the risk. Why are people still buying candles? Current products on the market consist of cheaply made LED candles and oil diffusers, both of these products miss key elements of what make candles so effective. AURA is designed to give a positive cognitive response from the user that they associate with candles. The light emitted from AURA fluctuates in pattern and colour, giving a warm flame-like effect that interacts within the hardwood layers, making the product feel alive. With

smell being around 60% of the reason to buy candles, AURA can be used with off the shelf essential oils to tailor the experience to individual needs. All these elements combined give you something that other alternatives donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, a high-quality product that gives all the senses, thoughts and feelings you experience with a real candle, but with none of the risk.

Ben Meller Benwmeller@gmail.com 07943 553297 135

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

CRAB CAM

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m open-minded, adaptable and excited by the benefits innovation can bring. My background is creative and this degree has nurtured my technical side. Interest in marine design comes from my love of the ocean, as a water-sports instructor communication and discipline are key. Crab cam is a hand held, water-based DLSR camera rig for capturing stable footage easily on the surface of the water, whatever the conditions. The camera will stay at a steady horizontal level, whilst the adjustable rig mechanism allows for movement of the frame to achieve multiple perspectives. Crab cam is the first of its kind as existing systems are prohibitively expensive, large boat - based rigs.

Gabriel Monks gabrielmonks@icloud.com 07826 382953 136

Perfect for water sports, wild-life, and general water-based footage, Crab cam is suitable for filming in environments from the open sea to swimming pools. Constructed from marine grade materials, it is controlled via the user who swims behind the inflation rig whilst holding and directing its operation. Crab cam offers a low cost, high specification, versatile and compact alternative that is accessible to a wide range of users with limited budgets.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Neat Aider

I’m a final year BA (Hons) Product Design student with 12 months of experience as a CAD & Estimating Technician. My role was to communicate with clients, quoting projects, and drawing up furniture plans. My time at BU has pushed me into creating innovative solutions for complex problems. Neat aider is aimed to help those with movement disabilities by allowing them to feel steady whilst applying on eyeliner. This product also aids the user by feeling more confident and helps them to gain independence. The most effective part of the Neat aider is the elastic band as it creates tension and keeps their fingers in place. “Over one million people in the United Kingdom suffer from a neurological tremor”.

This disease physically inhibits people by making motor movements difficult. Emotionally, the frustration of not being able to do an easy task takes a toll on a person’s quality of life. Those with movement disabilities have a hard time applying on eye makeup such as eyeliner. Solving this problem will help boost the user’s self-esteem and confidence in social environments.

Naomie Musau i7437344@bournemouth.ac.uk 07908 923848 137

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Baby Bath Support

My final year product is focused on BA and improving how babies can be bathed by their carers in small confined spaces. Bathrooms are increasingly getting smaller and smaller in the modern day making this a rising problem I have looked to solve. “Shelly” is my answer to this growing problem that new mothers are facing the modern day. It is a perfect example of “form is the function”. Inspired by the ancient Japanese art of origam,i which involves folding paper into many different forms and sculptures using various techniques, and the natural wildlife forms of a turtle and the protective shell. Being made out of one material, Eva foam, allows the product to bend to any sink

David Newton nedaro@outlook.com +44 (0)7783 525177 138

shape and fastens together using two magnets to form a ‘shell’. This product and design process taught me many new skills ranging from origami to seamlessly combining form with function to create exactly what the user would want. Shelly is also designed to blend in with your bathroom environment and create serenity through the use of ‘snow’ white and ‘malachite’ green.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Roller Cage Braking System

The Roller Cage Braking System tackles the dangers of transporting stock in the retail industry. It does this by additional features and control to the user. The device allows the user to have greater control of fully loaded shop floor roller cages which can weigh up to 600kg. Roller cages are used across multiple different industries with supermarkets transporting great amounts of stock across the nation. These units can often

weigh a significant amount more than the member of staff controlling them. Adding this device can reduce stopping distances and reduce the chance of roller cages falling from tail lifts and loading docks. This device increases safety on the shop floor for customers and employees.

Oliver Pagett oliverpagett7@gmail.com 07484 702834 139

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Plastic Current

Over the course of my BSc (Hons) Product Design, I have progressed in many skill sets and I hope I will be able to continue to develop my knowledge as I progress through my career. I approached the problem of plastic pollution in our oceans and the consequential harm it is having. I have solved this by designing ‘Plastic Current’, a product which collects floating plastic pollution. Sitting around markers such as buoys, it collects up to 320kg of plastic. I particularly enjoyed developing the functional and technological aspects. Plastic Current relies on ocean currents to function, using a mechanical ‘teeth’ function, designed through biomimicry of

Emily Proud emms.proud@btinternet.com 07944 623318 140

baleen whales. I designed and calculated its buoyancy. The triangular ‘teeth’ design means when the current is flowing, plastic can float through and is then trapped, as the teeth create a wall on the inside. When the current reverses the circular design allows the device to continue working. Manufactured in four quadrants in MDPE, designed to be lifted out and emptied once yearly.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

GRABCYCLE

GRABCYCLE is a bicycle accessory designed to ensure the easy access of energy gels for cyclists on the go, whilst also encouraging responsible disposal of their energy gel litter to minimise roadside litter. Storage solutions available to cyclists, such as the Jersey or Shortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pocket can make the retrieval and disposal (after use) of energy gels awkward and potentially dangerous to cyclists. Additionally after consumption energy gels are too often thrown to the roadside in favour of the awkward procedure of returning the litter to their Jersey or Shortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pockets. GRABCYCLE is a bicycle accessory that provides quick and easy access to energy gels whilst in turn nudging the user to

properly dispose of the resulting energy gel packaging litter. This change in user behaviour is encouraged via the opening of a litter storage area with the removal of each gel. This functionality works through an internal system of pulleys and gears. The user can then later remove this litter storage area from the product at the end of their cycling session and dispose of their litter responsibly

Harry Partridge harry.hr.partridge@gmail.com 077804 457848 141

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

The Cycle

The cycle is a coping mechanism for endometriosis and adenomyosis. It stimulates natural pain relief by giving the user control of the intensity of heat and vibration, to areas of lower abdominals and the back. ranging from temperatures of 45 degrees to 60 degrees and vibrates at 25Hz to 120Hz. Endometriosis is when the lining of the uterus grows outside causing extremely painful cramps/pain to the lower abdominals and back. The lining can also spread anywhere around and inside the area of the uterus causing a condition called adenomyosis. These conditions are hard to diagnose â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with diagnoses happening at 18+, this often leads to frustration. Pain is the main symptom of these conditions, leading to a lack of movement, depression and lack in self-confidence.

Coping is one main issue of these conditions since there is no cure. One in ten women reportedly have these conditions causing millions to be absent in work and school. The cycle incorporates heat that forces the muscles to relax and vibration that improves blood circulation and elevates overall emotions. Implemented safety features such as a thermistor, automatically decrease the temperature preventing overheating.

Faith Patterson Faith-Patterson@outlook.com S4920256@bournemouth.ac.uk +44 (0)7898 305381 142

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

TradeGuard - Tool theft prevention for UK tradespeople

One theft from a tradesperson’s van takes place every 23 minutes. Tool theft has affected over 51% of builders, with average insurance claims reaching £1,200. This not only financially impacts tradespeople, who are subsequently unable to work, but can have lasting effects on mental health. TradeGuard tackles this problem by rapidly notifying the tool owner of an ongoing theft attempt, whilst impeding the thieves. When the tool owner leaves their van unobserved, they arm the system using a hidden keypad & LCD screen. The external appearance of a professional toolbox makes it difficult for thieves to identify and disarm the unit. Inspired by security systems in banks, TradeGuard floods the van interior with a harmless, dense fog. This reduces visibility, making

it near-impossible to continue with a theft attempt. A stand-alone car battery provides power to run the pump & heating element, which vaporises the fog fluid (propylene glycol-water solution). A PCB mainboard controls the system, including the PIR motion sensors and a GSM module - which utilises the tool owner’s mobile phone to notify them instantly when motion is detected.

Adam Reason design@admrsn.com admrsn.com/tradeguard +44 (0)7722 624832 143

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Wilbe The Whale

Approximately 5,000 items of marine plastic pollution have been found per mile of beach in the UK. Expert studies have shown that children learn best when experiencing things first-hand during play, therefore encouraging them to establish environmentally friendly behaviours. Wilbe the Whale is a beach toy for children between the ages of four and seven, which is designed to educate them about the dangers that litter poses to marine life. The product consists of a removable, tail-shaped litter picker and a timer in the form of a blowhole. The timer must be filled with water to initiate the start of play. The aim of the game is for the child to collect as much litter as possible before the water runs out.

Georgie Roe groedesign@gmail.com +44 (0)7922 036160 144

Wilbe comes with a book for the child to record the number of pieces collected, allowing the child to track their progress. There are two buttons on its back, the tick is to be pressed if they beat their previous score, and the cross if they did not. Speech rewards the child each time for cleaning the beach and encouraging the child to repeatedly use Wilbe, therefore continuing their learning through play.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

JayRus

I am a final year Product Design student. I have adored my years at Bournemouth University and feel I have accomplished many things. This final year project was inspired through my love of physical health, outdoor leisure and activities. Taking inspiration from existing products in the garden environment, my product reduces the risk of wheelchair users falling out of their wheelchair during garden activities such as planting flowers. This is done by using a release system that drops the flower into the ground as the user sits upright in their wheelchair, minimising the need to bend over/out of the wheelchair.

of pulleys, the holder is opened like a claw to release the flower underneath. Wheelchair users make up 1.9% of the UK population, with the majority of those being in the elderly age group. Gardening is linked as being the best form of exercise for the elderly and disabled which makes my product ever more needed.

The holder opens by pulling the trigger at the top of the product. Through a system

Connor Russell connor_russell19@outlook.com 07956 279636 145

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Insulate

Insulate is designed to help maintain the temperature of vital medications, mainly insulin which must be stored between 2-25Â°C so it remains effective and safe to consume. This offers potentially life-saving functionality to diabetics who like to partake in outdoor activities and travel. Insulate uses thermoelectric heating and cooling to regulate internal temperature in harsh weather conditions. This ensures that the medication stored inside is always safe to use whatever the ambient temperature. The product lasts for 2+ days and includes an ice or heating gel pack to prolong battery life and help to maintain the internal temperature for long periods. The ice and gel pack can be replaced or switched easily depending on

Lee Sargeant leejsargeant@gmail.com 07852 614166 146

the environment and user requirements. The battery is charged using a microUSB cable from mains electricity or a power-bank. The product features four layers of insulating materials to protect the medication against extreme climates, keeping the insulin within safe temperatures. The product can attach to the outside of the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bag with straps or the carabiner clip provided and can fit a side pocket.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

SAFI - Steam Steriliser

SAFI is an entirely redesigned steam steriliser for use within Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) promoting formula feeding as an alternative to breastfeeding for HIV+ mothers, therefore preventing mother-to-child transmission (MTCT). SAFI is adapted to the inhospitable setting of rural SSA making feeding safer. Approximately 13.8 million women of childbearing age live with HIV within SSA and 90% of children diagnosed with HIV are located within SSA. Preventing MTCT of HIV is a vital step to reducing these numbers. A HIV+ woman breastfeeding her child with no intervention has a 40% chance of passing the virus on to her child, but this is still safer than the alternative, formula feeding.

The product features a minimalist approach to reduce cost whilst also replacing traditional bottles with feeding cups, reducing bacteria growth, increasing lifespan and reducing reliance on external organisations. Every aspect is designed to encourage safe feeding whilst reducing the stigma associated with alternative feeding methods.

SAFI aims to make it easier to sterilise equipment with limited access to sanitation and basic amenities.

Luke Slaney-Hewitt s4914100@bournemouth.ac.uk 07462 874600 147

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Ripple – A panic disorder companion

Ripple is a multisensory panic attack aid that breathes with you; designed for panic disorder sufferers to regain control and stimulate their body’s natural parasympathetic response system. A symbiosis between product and user aims to help guide the way back to a calm state of mind. Over 1.3 million adults in the UK suffer from panic disorder, a severely life restricting condition resulting in recurring and unexpected panic attacks. 400,000 of which go on to develop agoraphobia in comorbidity; a fear of panicking in any open or crowded spaces where help may not be easily accessible. Using the NHS recommended breathing pattern (5in-5out) and a derivative of a ‘Colour Breathing Relaxation Therapy’ technique, Ripple provides a portable

breathing guide, visual stimulus and tactile feedback to guide the users psychological and physiological response to panic. Synchronised lighting and vibrational pulses allow the personal companion to physically and visually imitate the human breathing process. Alongside a panic attack mode, Ripple also offers a method for controlling breathing daily (4in-7hold-8out), proven to help reduce levels of anxiety and improve panic onset management.

Matt Smith s4917825@bournemouth.ac.uk matt-ac-smith@hotmail.co.uk +44 (0)7807 868787 148

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THAW | Frostbite therapy for alpine search and rescue helicopters

THAW (Thermal Hand Airborne Wearable) is a frostbite thawing device designed for use in Search and Rescue (SAR) helicopters in alpine regions to provide effective hydrotherapy that mimics the practice of thawing extremities by submerging them in warm water. In 2018 there were 85 cases of severe frostbite recorded by alpine SAR teams, 25% of them required amputation and many more resulted in long-term issues like hyperhidrosis, arthri-tis and longterm numbness. Chemical gel packs are currently used to warm parts of the body in medical evacuation of hypothermic casualties and developing frostbite. The most effective therapy is said to be hydrotherapy which

uses warm water (37-42Â°C) to thaw extremities uniformly. THAW uses the principle of diffusing heat through a viscous gel in the same way as water to provide the same benefit in a form factor which is more practical to use in the back of a helicopter than a bowl of warm water. THAW is a device that SAR medics can use to treat frostbite by incu-bating damaged fingers inside a sterile glove to promote the recovery of the hand.

Matthew Sturdy mattsturdy@hotmail.co.uk 07521 384986 149

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Solarelease â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Nairobi slum extractor fan

Solarelease is designed to combat the issue of indoor air pollution in slum settlements in Nairobi, Kenya, from the usage of kerosene fuel and biomasses in everyday life for the slum population. Solarelease results in the extraction of toxic pollutants from within the confinement of a slum home. Solarelease is a solar powered extractor fan that eliminates the toxic by-products from slum housing, via the angular fan blades expelling the polluted air out of the house and the air filter which traps any fine-particular matter. The solution attaches to the roof, where sunlight powers the solar panel more efficiently to run the 12V DC motored fan. Solarelease target customers are non-profit charity organisations SlumAid and Habitat for Humanity.

An environmentally friendly, safe, and effective solution that will improve lives of the slum population in Nairobi, Kenya from poor PM2.5 levels of particulate matter and pollution in the air. I am a BSc (Hons) Product Design graduate with a keen interest in the technical aspect of design. During my time at university I have developed a broad range of useful design skills and I hope to develop these skills further in the near future.

Lewis Tribe i7462704@bournemouth.ac.uk 07786 015947 150

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Fragmentum: The safe and effective wire stripping solution

My product focuses on safe and effective wire stripping to provide an income to those in third world countries. Especially in locations where current solutions result in illness, for both the worker and the wider community. My product focuses on the largest E-Dump in the world. Agbogbloshie. Found in Ghana, West Africa. Old copper wires are taken from scrap machines and the plastic casings are burnt of to retrieve the copper inside. The burning of plastics is detrimental to health and the environment. My product uses simple and cheap materials to cut the sheathing of the

copper. Using self-tapping wood screws placed at an angle, it allows the cables to be run past the screw acting as blade. Once the sheathing is cut the copper can be separated from the plastic and sold to provide an income. This allows the worker to benefit from a better life, but also to raise more money for themselves as clean copper is known to be worth more.

Jacob Tully s4911771@bournemouth.ac.uk 07557 940017 151

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

RightLad ladder stabiliser

Ladders are the single largest cause of falls from height accidents both in the workplace and at home. RightLad aims to prevent such falls from occurring by creating a stable, tripod base allowing non-self-supporting ladders to be used on uneven surfaces and prevent accidental slide-outs. RightLad secures to a variety of existing ladders and extension ladders, adjusting to many different ladder widths and rung distances. Using a self-locking slider mechanism, the tripod legs can be easily adjusted in height allowing for good contact with the floor surface on flat, un-level or sloped ground. Spirit-levels positioned on the sides and base of the product ensure correct ladder positioning.

Nick Vagg nicholas.vagg@btinternet.com +44 (0)7936 135623 152

RightLadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bright colour scheme and reflective strips ensure maximum visibility both in high and low light conditions. RightLad is suitable for both domestic and professional applications with a maximum user load of 150kg. The productâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feet and wide stance provide the equivalent ground pressure of a standing person at full load, resulting in the product being suitable for a variety of floor surfaces where a ladder alone would sink into the ground.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

SHORE | Smart water safety indication

The UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s waters are cold enough to leave swimmers helpless in seconds, and the WWF estimates that 40% of UK waterways are tainted with Industrial waste or raw sewage. With wild swimming on the rise, SHORE is designed to enable swimmers to make more informed choices about their safety. Cold water shock and polluted water are hidden dangers, and in response, SHORE is designed to enable the 70,000 wild swimmers in the UK to quickly and reliably check the conditions they are swimming in with a one-touch interface, hidden LED display and calibrated haptic feedback. SHORE measures and records temperature and pH, key safety indicators monitored by The Environment Agency and DEFRA and alerts the user when the water has an unsafe pH, outside of Swim

Englandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guidelines, or when water falls below or close to the 150C RNLI threshold for cold water, posing a significant risk. Above this, every swimmer is different so as the user completes a test, SHORE recalls the previous temperature reading for the user to compare and track what temperatures they feel comfortable swimming in, meaning they can prepare for their swim safe in the knowledge that they will feel confident in the water.

Reed Webb reed.webb@outlook.com pinterest.co.uk/reedwebbdesign 07990 031427 153

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Cair

I’m a forward thinking, versatile product designer looking to make my mark within the industry. I’m a designer that seeks to improve the life of others through the medium of innovation and I believe that my passion for Product Design will allow me to bring many life-enhancing products to reality. Cair is a London Black Cab air purification device that ensures the health of the drivers is protected over the duration of their working life. Autonomous operation allows Cair to remove 80% of harmful pollutants from the driver’s cabin. With London standing as one of Europe’s most polluted cities, its 23,000+ drivers are constantly at threat from pollution, and Cair ensures that they are no longer susceptible to respiratory related illnesses.

Charlie Whitlock Charlie-whitlock@hotmail.com +44 (0)7540 339887 154

Cair’s sleek appearance allows it to be subtly implemented into existing taxis. User feedback is provided to drivers in a safe, subtle manner as Cair’s system works independently based upon the varying levels of pollution that it experiences. Cair offers versatility to its user, with its mount and 360° rotational vents. Cair is the only product of its kind and seeks to protect one of the city’s oldest traditions and its drivers.

BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design

Sleepy Samuel â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Night time routine planner for autistic children

I am a final year Product Design student that is looking to gain industry experience. Creativity and innovation in design has always been an interest of mine and I am looking to further my skills. Proven to work under pressure and adapt to different roles. Willing to learn new skills and work efficiently. My project aims to help the 40-80% of autistic children of both genders, aged 3-6 that struggle with sleep. The idea of the product is for it to be an interactive light projector that young autistic children can use to be able to aid them with sleep. The main problem that autistic children encounter is that they follow a bedtime routine, but the parents cannot always enforce it. Autistic children are

naturally obsessed with routine and this product aims to implement that into physical tasks. The child will use the cards provided which will be placed in order of completion into the base of the product, these tasks will include things such as cleaning teeth, putting on pyjamas or reading a book or watching a certain amount of TV before bed.

George Williams S5007756@bournemouth.ac.uk

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SAPLING | Emotional communication aid for bereaved children

Annually, 1 in 29 children in the UK are bereaved of a parent, leading to lifelong repercussions and effects such as self-harm, anxiety and depression. Sapling aims to lessen these impacts by encouraging emotional communication between bereaved children and their surviving caregivers. Bereaved children often feel unable to express their negative emotions as they feel embarrassed or as if they are a burden. Sapling encourages normalisation and regular communication of positive and negative emotions by a process of the child mirroring their caregiverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behaviour. Users place different coloured silk leaves onto the branches to represent what kind of emotion they felt that day, then talk about them at the end of the week. As

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the colours are chosen instinctively, the only way to know what that colour meant to that person is to have a conversation, which promotes casual emotional communication in an unforced way. Over time, children learn to comfortably express all emotions rather than internalising negative feelings, mirroring what they observe their caregivers doing. This lessens the long-term impact of bereavement on children.

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Research and Development

The Design & Engineering Research Centre comprises a team of world class academics and researchers who are contributing to the development of new knowledge, tools and technologies that positively impact on the environment and society all around us. Our academics have an international track record of excellent and applied research in a number of fields such as: • Biomedical Engineering – the investigation into technology that will improve quality of life. These include the development of prosthetic limbs, implants or conduct biomechanical movement analysis. • Creative Design – the development of aesthetic design concepts, strategies and advanced computer-aided design tools for any creative design field or industry. • Design & Engineering Education - the improved understanding of the teaching and learning of the designers and engineers of the future.

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• NanoCorr, Energy & Modelling – the development of nano coatings to address corrosion issues and the creation of nano enhanced materials for clean energy applications. • Tribology – the study of friction, wear, lubrication, and the science of interacting surfaces. Our research has been in collaboration with many organisations such as the Royal Bournemouth Hospital, the Ministry of Defence, and Chas A Blatchford and Sons Ltd plus consulted with bodies such as British Cycling and the International Paralympic Committee.

Research and Development funding

Student projects are an alternative cost-effective way to access resource for a specific development need. There are funding opportunities to access this expertise through research and government support schemes.

Development Funding for Business Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) are a government funded scheme to share university knowledge with UK businesses. These partnerships allow the recruitment of a graduate, give you access to our resources to increase your organisationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s productivity and ultimately to improve your performance.

Research Our match-funded PhD studentships offer an opportunity to work together with a researcher on a significant project that addresses innovation needs through critical investigation. Studentships are for a minimum of three years and will result in a written thesis leading to the award of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

for information about business services, training, facilities hire at BU and working with the university. Tel: +44 (0)1202 961321

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Design and Engineering facilities

Our workshops and labs are fitted with the latest industry-standard machinery, providing opportunity to work with the kind of equipment youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be using when you start your career. By using this equipment to create and develop your prototypes, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll gain an in-depth understanding of engineering products and the production process itself, which will be invaluable once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re working in the engineering or product design industry.

composite parts in addition to a Fortus 360mc & Stratasys F170 systems used for creating larger high-quality prototypes. In addition to the existing facility an Advanced Additive Manufacturing Facility has recently been completed for the production of metal 3d printed components.

Rapid Prototyping Unit

Primarily aimed at supporting our design and engineering courses with tight unit integration, the lab is also available for personal/consultancy projects from students and staff, as well as industry.

The Rapid and Digital Prototyping Facility is home to dedicated spaces for 3D printing, laser cutting and state of the art virtual reality equipment. Available 3D printing processes include FDM, SLA and DMLS systems to support a wide variety of prototyping requirements. The facility includes Formlabs printers to produce highly detailed components in a wide range of engineering resins, a Markforged - Mark Two used to produce 160

Workshops The Innovation Centre houses three prototyping workshops with fully equipped with hand tools and work benches for approximately 70 students, alongside a wood working machine shop and engineering machine shop. There is a wide range of prototyping and engineering machinery and equipment, including: • 8 Emco with digital readouts • 2 larger capacity Colchester lathes • 6 milling machines with digital readouts • Welding facilities, including MIG, TIG, Oxy-Acetylene & spot welders • 7 bandsaws and 2 chopsaws • 12 pillar and bench drills • 10 sanding machines including disc, belt and spindle sanders • 9 vacuum formers, including 2 large capacity machines

• Sewing machines and over-locker. • Large selection of cordless power tools. The engineering workshop also has a number of CNC machines, including: • Haas 4 axis CNC milling machine • Boxford 250PCi CNC lathe • Boxford A1HSPi CNC Plasma Cutter There is a dedicated spray room with powder coating facilities, as well as a RTV vacuum casting system for producing silicone moulds and cast resin components. There are also three fully equipped electronics labs equipped with CAD workstations for electronic circuit design & programming, test equipment, laser PCB router and fully extracted soldering iron stations.

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Laboratories Two dedicated laboratories: Materials, Stress and Dynamics laboratory • 3 x Universal mechanical testing machines (Instron, Zwick & Testometric)

• Thick cylinder

• Plastic recycling equipment (Shini Plastic Granulator & R30 Schred Press)

• Unsymmetrical cantilever

• Drop weight impact tester • Vickers hardness tester • TecQuipment TE15 impact tester (Izod & Charpy) • A full set of TecQuipment’s Engineering Science kits • Bending moments in a beam • Shear force in a beam • Unsymmetrical bending and shear centre • Thin cylinder

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• Continuous and indeterminate beam • Strain gauge trainer • Whirling of shafts • Static and dynamic balancing • Free and forced vibrations • Simple and compound pendulums • Free torsional vibrations • Data acquisition kit for dynamic analysis

Heat and Thermofluids laboratory • TQ Volumetric Hydraulic Bench • TQ Thermal Conductivity Experiment • TQ Convection Experiment • Armfield Viscosity Experiment • Principles of solar thermal energy • Gunt Pipe Friction Apparatus • Heat exchanger supply unit • Gunt Bernoulli Test Rig • Zygo surface metrology microscope • Olympus Microscope • Pheonix Tribology Test Rig • Gunt Tribometer • Votsch Environmental Oven • Nano coating test equipment

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Placements and Graduate Employment

We are extremely proud to offer undergraduate and many postgraduate students at BU the opportunity to undertake a work placement as part of their degree.

93.1%

of BU graduates from undergraduate study and 91% of postgraduate study graduates are in work or further study six months after graduating - Destination of Leavers from Higher Education survey, 2017.

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BU students are motivated, eager to learn and can bring specialist knowledge and a fresh perspective to your business and our Placement Coordinators work closely with employers, academics and students to ensure all parties make the most of this opportunity. They typically spend their third year of study on a work placement.

To find out more contact: Maryanne Garon Tel: 01202 965492 Email: mgaron@ bournemouth.ac.uk

Master’s study

Continue your success story with a Master’s degree Have you heard about the postgraduate loan up to a maximum value of £11,222* for UK/ EU students? There are now more great reasons to discover the postgraduate study opportunities at BU. Here are some that we think set us apart:

To take the first step towards enhancing your career prospects, register for a Postgraduate Open Afternoon and meet academics and current students.

• Scholarships available, from £1,500 to full tuition fee waivers*

*Terms and conditions apply

If you’re ready to take the next step, visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/postgraduate to discover more.

• Fee discounts for BU graduates* • Our courses offer accreditations and placement opportunities and are designed to prepare you for the world of work.

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Alumni mentoring

Get involved, inspire the next generation and discover the latest talent entering your industry. Our alumni mentoring scheme matches the skills and experiences of BU’s graduates with the career aspirations of our students. As an alumni mentor, you will be matched with a student mentee to provide advice on making the first steps into graduate employment. Your mentee will set out the areas they’d like to work on at the start of the mentorship – from improving their CV to interview tips or insights into the skills which employers are looking for.

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Our mentoring scheme is currently running within our Department of Design & Engineering. Here’s what some previous mentees and mentors have had to say:

“My mentor was a great help all round. I have been to visit his office and had a chat with him and his work partner about what they do and they both gave me great feedback on my portfolio and general advice”. Megan Butler, design and engineering student “Being a mentor has been a very positive and valuable experience. We’ve had some good email conversations and I’ve been able to answer questions about my career and how I got there, which I believe has been helpful. We are going to remain in contact so I can answer any other questions, especially as she applies for more roles.” Matt Bird, BU graduate and mentor

To find out more and get involved email: alumni@ bournemouth.ac.uk

You can also sign up to hear about alumni news, events and other volunteering opportunities at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ alumni-signup.

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Seadvaete!

Visit us at an Open Day: Undergraduate

Our 2021 exhibition Friday 25 June, Saturday 26 June and Monday 28 June www.bournemouth.ac.uk/fode email: festival@bournemouth.ac.uk

Saturday 3 October 2020 Saturday 31 October 2020 Saturday 28 November 2020 Saturday 12 June 2021 Saturday 3 July 2021

Postgraduate Wednesday 18 November 2020 Wednesday 10 March 2021 Wednesday 30 June 2021 www.bournemouth.ac.uk/open-days

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